Larne residents’ views on shaping town centre ‘important’, says council

Residents are invited to help shape the future of the Larne as part of a consultation process.
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Mid and East Antrim Borough Council, in partnership with Department for Communities (DfC), is developing a 10-year Investment Plan and Town Centre Strategy for both Larne and Ballymena.

The Mayor, Councillor, Peter Johnston, said: “As with the previous public consultation which took place in Carrickfergus, our process recognises the importance of the opinions of people who live in Ballymena and Larne and the surrounding areas, in addition to visitors and the important views from businesses based in our area or wanting to relocate.

“Council along with DfC have commissioned Venture International Ltd and the Paul Hogarth Company Ltd to work with the team to develop proposals for residents, businesses and other stakeholders to give their views. We believe that the opinions of our citizens should be central to the decisions we make on investment, therefore I would encourage you to avail of the opportunity to have your say in shaping the future of both Ballymena and Larne town centres.”

Strategy will be used to inform public investment in town centres.Strategy will be used to inform public investment in town centres.
Strategy will be used to inform public investment in town centres.

Based on engagement with retailers, traders and elected members to date, draft proposals have been developed and the public are now being asked for their views. Given the restrictions on travel and public gatherings because of Covid19, everyone can view and provide feedback on the proposals online: www.midandeastantrim.gov.uk/town-plans

The link will be active until February 15.

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