Mathison Highlights Strangford Issues at On-Site Meeting with DfI
Alliance MLA Nick Mathison has welcomed constructive engagement between local residents and the Department for Infrastructure (DfI) following a site visit in Strangford Village.
Mr Mathison facilitated a walkabout in the village alongside members of the local Residents’ Association and the DfI section manager, providing an opportunity to highlight a range of ongoing concerns directly on the ground.
Issues raised during the visit included road and footpath defects requiring repair, pressures around car parking, and the need for improvements to streetlighting.
Speaking after the visit, he said: “It is always a pleasure to get down to Strangford Village and to work closely with residents on the issues that matter most to them.
“I was delighted to facilitate this walkaround with the Residents’ Association and DfI, which provided a valuable opportunity to highlight concerns directly with officials.
“A number of issues were raised, including defects for repair, car parking challenges, and streetlighting.
“The Department has taken these matters away for consideration, and I am hopeful that this engagement will now lead to tangible works being progressed.
“I will continue to follow up with DfI to ensure that the concerns raised are addressed and that residents see real improvements in the area.”
Mr Mathison added that ongoing collaboration between residents, elected representatives and statutory agencies remains key to ensuring that local infrastructure is maintained and enhanced in line with community needs.
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