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Dáire Hughes MP, has warmly welcomed the official opening of the Newry to Carlingford Greenway, hailing it as a shining example of what strong cross-border cooperation can achieve.
Speaking after attending the event on Friday 12 September, the Newry and Armagh public representative said: “I was delighted to join communities from both sides of the border at the opening of the Omeath Newry Greenway a transformative project that connects people, places and opportunities across this region.
Highlighting the wider potential of the Greenway for Newry and the surrounding areas Mr Hughes said: “The Newry to Carlingford Greenway doesn’t just connect two places it opens the door to tourism, local economic growth, and better community health. Linking into projects like the highly anticipated Newry City Park, this Greenway helps to realise the huge potential of this region. It showcases our landscape, our history, and our ambition."
"This Greenway is far more than a walking and cycling route it’s a statement of what can be achieved when we work together to deliver lasting social, cultural and economic benefits for our people." he added.
The MP paid special tribute to Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins, whose department played a crucial role in delivering the project: "I want to commend and sincerely thank Minister Liz Kimmins for her leadership and unwavering commitment to making Greenways including this one a real priority with her securing a departmental investment of over £1.3 million to help deliver the Newry to Carlingford Greenway.
"Under Minister Kimmins direction, we are seeing investment that not only enhances infrastructure, but strengthens the shared heritage and community links that define this region. Minister Kimmins, along with key representatives and stakeholders, has helped deliver a project that will be enjoyed by generations to come.
"I also want to commend Newry, Mourne and Down District Council, Louth County Council, SEUPB, local residents, businesses and community groups for their vision, dedication and collaboration in delivering this transformational Greenway project.
The Newry Armagh MP concluded: "Sinn Féin will continue working to deliver practical, people-focused projects like this. We believe in an island that’s connected not just by infrastructure, but by shared purpose and community vision.
"This is only a glimpse of what can be achieved in a United Ireland when we remove barriers and work as one to deliver for all our communities."
