Have your say on the wider community benefits of the Cookstown Bypass Scheme
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The local community in Cookstown are encouraged to have their say on the wider social value benefits they would like to see delivered as part of the A29 Cookstown Bypass scheme.
To allow additional time for responses to the online survey the ongoing public consultation has been extended to 5pm on Monday 10 November.
Minister Liz Kimmins said:
“In the delivery of our major road schemes it is important to consider how we can create additional community benefits for local residents, businesses and key stakeholders. This can take many forms including employment, apprenticeships or skills development opportunities for local people. It could also provide support for health and well-being initiatives within the local community.
“We have already had some interesting ideas presented during the early stage of the consultation and are extending the closing date by two weeks to allow as many people as possible to respond.
“I would encourage local people to complete the online survey by 5pm on Monday 10 November. Your feedback will be vital in ensuring that this scheme brings the best opportunities for the people of Cookstown.”
The survey is open online at the following link www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/consultations/a29-cookstown-bypass-social-value
Notes to editors:
- Major roads project contracts are now assessed on the basis of social value, as well as cost and quality. Social value allows organisations, like DfI, to consider how their activities can create positive social, environmental and economic benefits for residents, businesses and stakeholders that may be impacted.
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