AQW 34962/22-27

Ms Kate Nicholl
Alliance Party
South Belfast

Tabled Date: 07/11/2025
Answered On Date: 21/11/2025
Priority Written: No

Question:
To ask the Minister for Infrastructure to detail any consideration she has given to the development of more active travel routes, including the proposed Blackstaff Greenway, as part of the development required to host matches during the FIFA Women's World Cup 2035.

Answer:

Greenways are generally council led with my Department providing grant funding of up to 50% of the capital costs of approved projects. Belfast City Council is considering the findings of a recently completed preliminary feasibility study on a proposed Blackstaff Greenway and my officials will continue to work positively with the Council on any future development of those proposals.

The Belfast Cycling Network Delivery Plan sets out a plan for prioritised delivery of active travel infrastructure in Belfast, however future delivery will also be informed by developments such as the Eastern Transport Plan. My Department would welcome discussions with the organisers of the FIFA Women's World Cup 2035 to explore any potential opportunities for collaborative working that may exist.