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20/05/2002
Reid opens Mount Vernon Community Centre
Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, Dr John Reid, has praised the people of Mount Vernon in North Belfast for their determination in transforming eight derelict flats into a new community centre.
In March, Dr Reid attended the launch of “The New Mucky Field” at the Mount Vernon estate and accepted an invite to open the new community centre.
Fulfilling that promise on Monday morning, the Secretary of State said: “This new community centre is a shining example of your determination and commitment to improve the quality of life for everyone in the Mount Vernon area.
“I am full of admiration for everyone who has contributed and been instrumental in bringing this project to fruition.
“You have succeeded in transforming derelict flats into a state of the art community centre, which is used on a daily basis to benefit the whole community.
“I am delighted and honoured that you have invited me along to open this centre and share in what is a very proud day for the Mount Vernon community.”
(MB)
In March, Dr Reid attended the launch of “The New Mucky Field” at the Mount Vernon estate and accepted an invite to open the new community centre.
Fulfilling that promise on Monday morning, the Secretary of State said: “This new community centre is a shining example of your determination and commitment to improve the quality of life for everyone in the Mount Vernon area.
“I am full of admiration for everyone who has contributed and been instrumental in bringing this project to fruition.
“You have succeeded in transforming derelict flats into a state of the art community centre, which is used on a daily basis to benefit the whole community.
“I am delighted and honoured that you have invited me along to open this centre and share in what is a very proud day for the Mount Vernon community.”
(MB)
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