Mallon announces completion of £180,000 LED lighting upgrade scheme for Portadown town centre

A £180,000 LED lighting upgrade scheme for Portadown town centre has been completed.

The scheme is part of £8 million invested this financial year in new LED street lights across Northern Ireland and involved the replacement of existing lights with a new energy efficient LED street lighting system with a predicted lifetime of approximately 25 years.  The new lighting system will improve the night time environment, through improved quality and uniformity of lighting.  The new lighting system extends from Bridge Street to Hanover Street and includes William Street, Thomas Street, Edward Street, Mandeville Street, West Street and Woodhouse Street.

Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon said:

“This significant investment will benefit everyone who travels and lives in the area. I  am committed to addressing the issues which matter most to people and street lighting services are crucial in ensuring those driving, cycling, wheeling and walking can do so safely within their communities.

“This investment provides new modern LED lighting technology in Portadown Town Centre and will importantly provide adequate street lighting that not only improves the quality of lighting but is also more energy efficient, given my commitment to climate action.

“I would like to thank the public and local businesses for their cooperation and compliance with all temporary traffic restrictions while these much needed works were completed.”

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