Communities Minister has announced the completion
of the Lisburn Orientation and Walkability Wayfinding project.
The project, jointly funded by his department and Lisburn &
Castlereagh City Council, saw improvements to pedestrian
navigation throughout Lisburn City Centre, with 18 new and
replacement fingerpost and totem-style signs installed at key
locations. These enhanced wayfinding features will guide
residents and visitors to retail areas, bus and train stations,
public parks, and public toilet facilities, making it easier and
more accessible to navigate the city centre on foot.
Welcoming the project, Minister Lyons said: “The completion of
this project has enhanced the walkability of Lisburn City Centre
and creates a more enjoyable experience for shoppers and visitors
alike. By making it easier to navigate the city centre, this will
support local businesses and encourage greater footfall.
Investment in these types of initiatives strengthens the overall
visitor experience in our urban centres, which is essential to
their long-term viability and prosperity.”
Councillor Claire Kemp, Regeneration and Growth Chair at Lisburn
& Castlereagh City Council added: "I am delighted to see
the Lisburn City Centre Wayfinding Project reaching completion.
This investment is about making our city centre easier to
navigate, more inclusive and more welcoming for everyone who
lives, works in or visits Lisburn. Clear, accessible signage
helps people move around with confidence, supports active travel
and encourages greater footfall for local businesses. We are
grateful to the Department for Communities for their support in
helping us deliver a project that will make a practical
difference to how people experience our city centre."
Notes to editors:
- The Lisburn Orientation and Walkability Wayfinding project,
delivered by Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council, was jointly
funded by the Department for Communities which provided £110,000
with the Council contributing £29,580.
