O’Dowd welcomes confirmation of Executive funding for Enniskillen Bypass
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Infrastructure Minister John O’Dowd has welcomed confirmation of Executive funding for the Enniskillen Bypass which will allow the scheme to proceed to construction as planned in 2025.
Minister O’Dowd said:
“Earlier this year the Executive committed £16.2m of capital funding to the Enniskillen Bypass scheme alongside the approved early release of £12.5m from the Executive’s contribution to the Mid South West Growth Deal.
“Since then, my officials have been working diligently to progress this significant scheme with a view to construction starting in 2025. Recently a shortlist of contractors was invited to bid for the scheme’s construction contract.
“I know there had been some concern from people in Enniskillen that the scheme might be impacted by the decision of the UK Government to pause the Mid South West Growth Deal. I am pleased to be able to give reassurance that the Executive has confirmed the full cost of the scheme will be met from Executive funding and it can proceed to construction next year as originally planned.”
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