Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has visited County Fermanagh to meet with residents and local representatives, outlining a focused investment plan to address road safety and infrastructure deficits in the region.

During the visit, the Minister confirmed that over £3.5 million has already been invested in the structural maintenance of the Fermanagh road network during the 2025/26 financial year.

The Minister's engagement began in Belcoo, where residents raised concerns regarding road safety and the necessity for an extended footway. Minister Kimmins highlighted recent departmental actions, including the installation of a part-time 20mph speed limit at St Columban's Primary School and a comprehensive renewal of speed limit signage throughout the village.

Minister Liz Kimmins stated: "I am committed to doing all I can to improve our roads. In the Fermanagh area over £3.5m has been spent on improving the structure of the road network in 2025/26 to date and I am pleased to confirm that I have secured additional funding for vital repairs across the north. We have also commenced a programme of the renewal of road markings in Fermanagh and road junctions in the Belcoo area will be completed as part of this work."

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In addition to the long-term structural works, the Minister confirmed that officials are now assessing short-term safety interventions for Holywell Corner, a specific site of concern for the local community.

The visit also included a stop at Derrygonnelly GAC, where the Minister reviewed new community facilities. Addressing the club's request for better connectivity, she noted the current lack of a footway between the sports hub and the village centre.

Minister Kimmins added: "I was delighted to view the new expanded facilities at Derrygonnelly GAC and hear about the positive impact this has had for the local community. I am aware that there is no footway connection between the club and the village. I have asked my officials to consider what measures may be possible to help the residents of Derrygonnelly visit this important community asset safely."

The Department for Infrastructure is currently overseeing a wider programme of road marking renewals and junction repairs across the district, funded in part by additional capital secured through recent monitoring rounds. These works are intended to address the regional imbalance in infrastructure spending and improve safety for all road users in rural Fermanagh.