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Pictures of the Minister on the new tourism trail on the River Lagan

Social Development Minister Margaret Ritchie MLA looks at Turn Island and observes wildelife as she today unveiled a new tourism trail at the River Lagan.
Social Development Minister Margaret Ritchie MLA looks at Turn Island and observes wildelife as she today unveiled a new tourism trail at the River Lagan.
 
Social Development Minister Margaret Ritchie MLA points to newly refurbished revetments as she today unveiled a new tourism trail at the River Lagan.
Social Development Minister Margaret Ritchie MLA points to newly refurbished revetments as she today unveiled a new tourism trail at the River Lagan.
 
Social Development Minister Margaret Ritchie MLA with River Manager, Peter Gallager at new signage at the Lagan Weir as she unveiled a new tourism trail at the River Lagan.
Social Development Minister Margaret Ritchie MLA with River Manager, Peter Gallager at new signage at the Lagan Weir as she unveiled a new tourism trail at the River Lagan.
 
Social Development Minister Margaret Ritchie MLA with River Manager, Peter Gallager at new signage at the Lagan Weir as she unveiled a new tourism trail at the River Lagan.
Social Development Minister Margaret Ritchie MLA with River Manager, Peter Gallager at new signage at the Lagan Weir as she unveiled a new tourism trail at the River Lagan.
 
It demonstrates the rich haven for wildlife in and along the river, which, not so long ago, was filthy. Trout, salmon and mullet now flourish in the river and its banks have become a rich habitat for wildlife.
The Minister unveiled new signage at different key points along the river telling a wildlife story specific to each location. She also revealed many other exciting wildlife projects, including a specifically designed island for gulls, a raft for ducks and specially designed boxes for birds’ nests to prevent eggs being eaten by rodents.