Translink delivers ecological and biodiversity package to school

Translink recently delivered of a package of ecological and biodiversity improvements to Seagoe Primary School in Portadown as part of the Lurgan to Portadown Cable Renewal Project.

It donated a range of items to the school for the further development of its outdoor garden and learning space.

Aidan Smyth, Translink project manager for the Lurgan to Portadown Cable Renewal, said: “As part of Translink’s commitment to biodiversity, we are very pleased to have been able deliver this package of ecological and biodiversity improvements to Seagoe Primary School.

“This ecological and biodiversity improvement package includes a range of items such as wildflower seeds, plants, planting bulbs, planters and bug hotels will help further develop the existing outdoor garden and learning space at Seagoe Primary.

“Translink place a strong emphasis on improving biodiversity and through this work with Seagoe Primary School, Translink can help deliver a positive environment for future generations.

“The delivery of this ecological and biodiversity package also aligns with Translink’s Climate Positive Strategy, which aims to create advanced public transport services and integrated networks, connect people and communities, enhance the economy, and improve health and environmental wellbeing for all.

“Translink is committed to being a good neighbour, and this package has been delivered as part of the Lurgan to Portadown Cable Renewal Project, which involves upgrading the existing cabling infrastructure between Lurgan and Portadown stations and the installation of new retaining walls.

“When completed, it will provide fully renewed cabling to support rail signalling, increase the rail corridor width and provide continuous positions of safety.

“This vital work will improve the overall performance of the rail network, reduce the level of maintenance needed in the long term and maintain high safety standards.

Mr Smyth said Translink was a proud sponsor of Lurgan Show.

n More details on the project can be found at www.translink.co.uk/lu2pd”