Ms Egan said: “This announcement from the Communities Minister is long-awaited news and is a positive step forward in boosting Bangor’s potential to attract both economic and tourist opportunities.
“We have witnessed continuous delays to this project, and Alliance, alongside many constituents, have continued to call for the prioritisation of this investment.
“Queen's Parade is one of Bangor’s main streets overlooking the seafront. However, this area has been left to deteriorate for years and has become a huge eyesore, overshadowing the beautiful views of our shoreline.
“This is only the beginning of a lengthy process, and after years of false promises, the people of Bangor won’t believe it until they see it.
“We now need to see the work started imminently so the redevelopment of Queen's Parade can begin as soon as possible.”
Mr Muir added: “I’m pleased to hear that work on Queen's Parade is finally set to begin. However, this has come at the cost of continued disappointment among constituents who have witnessed numerous false starts on the project for decades.
“I am proud to have been born and bred in Bangor, but for years the city hasn't been able to reach its potential due to the continued delays to this project.
“There is a long road ahead to deliver a rejuvenated Queen's Parade, and in Alliance, we will continue to work hard to get the long-awaited redevelopment delivered.
"This investment will not only enhance our seafront area but also positively impact tourism in Bangor and our local economy.”
“We have witnessed continuous delays to this project, and Alliance, alongside many constituents, have continued to call for the prioritisation of this investment.
“Queen's Parade is one of Bangor’s main streets overlooking the seafront. However, this area has been left to deteriorate for years and has become a huge eyesore, overshadowing the beautiful views of our shoreline.
“This is only the beginning of a lengthy process, and after years of false promises, the people of Bangor won’t believe it until they see it.
“We now need to see the work started imminently so the redevelopment of Queen's Parade can begin as soon as possible.”
Mr Muir added: “I’m pleased to hear that work on Queen's Parade is finally set to begin. However, this has come at the cost of continued disappointment among constituents who have witnessed numerous false starts on the project for decades.
“I am proud to have been born and bred in Bangor, but for years the city hasn't been able to reach its potential due to the continued delays to this project.
“There is a long road ahead to deliver a rejuvenated Queen's Parade, and in Alliance, we will continue to work hard to get the long-awaited redevelopment delivered.
"This investment will not only enhance our seafront area but also positively impact tourism in Bangor and our local economy.”