Economy · Regional & devolved · 26 October 2026
North Down towns to receive £900,000 for public realm upgrades
Northern Ireland Executive has announced £900,000 in funding for a Public Realm Refresh Enhancement Scheme in five towns in North Down. Ards and North Down Borough Council will deliver the project, which includes paving repairs and new lighting, with work expected to finish in 2028.
Communities Minister Gordon Lyons announced £900,000 in funding on behalf of the Northern Ireland Executive to improve public spaces across Bangor, Newtownards, Holywood, Comber, and Donaghadee. The money is allocated for a Public Realm Refresh Enhancement Scheme, which Ards and North Down Borough Council will deliver.
The scheme covers a range of improvements, including paving repairs, street furniture, lighting, planting, CCTV, parklets, and placemaking. The council is contributing £90,000 to the project. Work is expected to be completed in 2028. Minister Lyons said: "This underlines my department's ongoing commitment to supporting the regeneration and revitalisation of our towns and city centres."
The announcement was published on 23 October 2026. The funding applies specifically to the five towns listed under the scheme. No further limits or conditions were stated.
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