Graham has started construction of a new school building for Down High School in Downpatrick, Northern Ireland, UK.

Northern Ireland Education Minister Michelle McIlveen cut the first sod for the almost £33m project, which is funded by the Department of Education.

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With a capacity to accommodate up to 950 students, the new project will see construction of a sports hall, PE facilities and sports pitches.

McIlveen said: “This is a really exciting day for the whole school community as work gets underway on their new building. This is a significant £33million investment by my Department and will provide a modern learning and teaching environment, tailored to meet the needs of pupils and teachers.

“It is important to acknowledge the commitment and hard work of the school and its stakeholders in helping to bring the project to this stage. Today, they can all be proud of this important milestone as they look forward to their new school building becoming a reality.”

The company is expected to complete the construction works within spring 2025.

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Graham building regional managing director of north region Gary Holmes said: “The construction of the new Down High School is a particularly important project for the Graham team.

“A number of our employees who will be responsible for the delivery of the building live in the local community, including our proposed Project Manager who in fact went to Down High School.

“It is fantastic that we can be involved in delivering a best in class education facility that will mean so much to both our team and the local community.”
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Image: Construction of the new school building is expected to complete within spring 2025. Credit: GRAHAM Group