A £800k road and footway improvement scheme at Bellspark Road and Orchard Road in Strabane, County Tyrone, has been scheduled to begin in early April, Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced.

The Bellspark Road and Orchard Road junction has been the location of a significant number of collisions and the scheme builds on the earlier work to improve visibility at this junction.

It will involve the realignment of the Bellspark Road and the creation of a staggered junction on the Orchard Road. The Prospect Road will also be realigned and footways will be incorporated into the project 

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Discussing this final phase of the safety improvement works for the area, Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins said: "This is a substantial investment for the Strabane area which will deliver significant benefits for residents and road users. The investment will improve road safety in the town and it demonstrates my commitment to investing in and improving our road and active travel network, as well as connecting our businesses and communities. 

"I would like to thank residents, local businesses and commuters for their co-operation and  patience in getting this important scheme to this final phase. Getting infrastructure right and investing in it, can create the foundations for better rural and urban communities."

The works are anticipated to be completed by summer 2025.