Ł1.4 Million Waterside Investment Transforms Enniskillen

24 January 2006
Ł1.4 MILLION WATERSIDE INVESTMENT TRANSFORMS ENNISKILLEN
Imaginative town centre development can be a catalyst for further local regeneration Social Development Minister David Hanson MP said today.
He was speaking at the opening of Enniskillen's Queen Elizabeth Boulevard which has been transformed at a cost of Ł1.4 million.
As part of the development, pedestrian walkways were widened and upgraded with granite paving to create more of a promenade feel, new seats installed and viewing areas developed out over the Erne River. The number of fishing stands has also been increased and improved and a new jetty built. Picnic tables, barbeque area seating and new plants have also been added developing leisure and tourist opportunities for the area.
The Minister said: "The way a town centre looks and feels is vitally important for its success. I am always looking for new and imaginative proposals that will create an attractive town centre environment, encouraging people to invest, work and visit it.
"This Ł1.2 million investment in Enniskillen by DSD has transformed what was formerly a very ordinary roadway into an extremely attractive pedestrian friendly Boulevard."
"It enhances the unique character of Enniskillen, meeting the modern demands of retailers and customers, while creating an attractive environment for tourists and leisure users alike." The Minister also paid tribute to Waterways Ireland, DRD Roads Service and the Department of Culture, Arts and Leisure for their contributions to the scheme, and to Fermanagh District Council for both their financial input, and their efficient management of the project.
He said: "This project clearly demonstrates how unique solutions for town centres can be delivered through partnership, creating a safe, high quality environment that will act as a catalyst for further local regeneration."

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