Funding of almost £100,000 has been pledged to regenerate shop fronts in Strabane.

Up to 36 commercial properties on Derry Road and Market Street will be refreshed thanks to the investment from the Department for Communities.

Speaking as she announced the funding, Communities Minister Deirdre Hargey said: "I'm pleased to support this project which aims to boost the regeneration and development of Strabane town centre. Around 36 commercial properties will benefit from a refresh of shop fronts, increasing their appeal to shoppers and adding to the vitality of the town. 

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"Our towns and city centres have faced significant challenges in recent times, particularly as a result of the pandemic.

"I am committed to supporting their economic viability as shopping and social hubs and make them great places to shop, work, visit and live."

Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council, Cllr Sandra Duffy, added: "This is an important streetscape regeneration initiative in Strabane Town Centre which will greatly improve the overall presentation and appearance of the commercial properties along both streets.

"The work will complement other recent environmental improvement initiatives, including the recently completed Shopfront Enhancement Scheme in the Butcher Street/Church Street area, and supports ongoing efforts to build the local economy after what has been a very challenging time. I would like to thank the Communities Minister for her ongoing support for the long-term regeneration and development of Strabane."