SDLP MLA Joe Byrne has
today welcomed the news that a local investor has purchased the Herdsman's
Mills site following months of uncertainty and controversy surrounding its
future.
Welcoming the news Mr
Byrne said: "This is a very positive announcement for the
residents of Sion Mills, Strabane District and entire Northwest. Herdsman's
Site, at the heart of the beautiful village of Sion Mills, has always had a
very attractive tourism potential. The Mills cultural and industrial heritage
could now become a major regeneration project for the Strabane District over
the next few years."
"It is very
exciting to learn of the new owners plans for Herdsman's as a mixed use
development project, attracting tourism, further investment and job
opportunities for its industrial heritage, business units and recreational
facilities. Sion Mills offers
significant development opportunity with potential Government investment and
support throughout the village. The recently restored Sion Stable Block is
solid proof of the impact of built heritage rejuvenation and the benefits it
has to the local area."
"I would also like
to congratulate the Sion Mills Steering group on their successful and hard
fought campaign against the proposed anaerobic digestor planned by
the previous owner. This is indeed a time for celebration in Sion Mills, as we
set our sights on what sounds like a very positive and exciting
future development."
"I wish the new
local owner the very best of luck and support for the future."
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