Finance Minister Sammy Wilson with Michael Graham Executive Chairman of John Graham Holdings Ltd and Ron Clarke Operational Director during a visit to the construction of new school buildings at Banbridge Academy |
Plans to provide 100 NI Schools
The Stormont Executive is providing new buildings for over schools in Northern Ireland, the region’s Finance Minister Sammy Wilson has said.
Mr Wilson was speaking during a visit to the construction site at Banbridge Academy. He stressed the importance of investing in new school buildings.
“During the current budget period, we aim to spend in excess of £700million under the Schools and Youth Services sub-pillar of the Investment Strategy.
“This translates into major works at over 100 schools across Northern Ireland,” he said.
In April, the Banbridge Academy refurbishment and new build project, worth £16.9million, was selected as a demonstration project by Constructing Excellence Northern Ireland (CEni) due to its innovations in Health and Safety.
Minister Wilson said best practice and innovation is central to the survival of the construction industry.
"By sharing knowledge and building relationships local firms can not only benefit from government procurement opportunities in Northern Ireland, they can compete for work beyond these shores." |
