Members of the A5 N2 Cross Border Committee met with Minister for Infrastructure, John O'Dowd to discuss the A5 Western Transport Corridor Scheme and how the committee can support the project's delivery.

The delegation included Councillors from Mid Ulster District Council (the lead authority for this year), as well as representatives from Derry City and Strabane District Council, Donegal County Council, Fermanagh and Omagh District Council and Monaghan County Council.

Chair of the A5/N2 Cross Border Committee, Councillor Gael Gildernew said: "We welcomed the opportunity to meet with Minister O’Dowd and discuss key issues affecting the Northwest corridor. There has been a significant increase in deaths on our roads over the last number of years both North and South of the border. The projects proposed along the A5 will significantly improve the safety of all our citizens travelling to and from the Northwest. Our meeting with Minister O’Dowd sought to confirm his department’s commitment to deliver the much-needed A5 project in Counties Tyrone and Derry."

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The A5/N2 Cross Border Committee, which includes representatives from all five Councils, offers a unified platform for lobbying and advocacy. This will help ensure that these crucial infrastructure projects are completed on schedule, benefiting all stakeholders.

Upon completion, the proposed road improvements will improve the northwest transport corridor, providing reliable regional and cross-border connectivity. This will support sustainable development in the northwest region and drive economic growth.