Mr McReynolds said: “I am concerned to have received the news that the sale of Connswater Shopping Centre, situated in my own constituency of East Belfast, is being looked into.
“Shopping centres serve as vital spaces for local communities, not only can they enhance the local economy but they also provide essential services and amenities to residents.
“Connswater is located at the heart of East Belfast, and provides jobs and opportunities for local residents. This news will have been a blow to the tenants whose businesses are within the shopping centre, and the many local residents who rely on their services.
"Alliance has reached out to Connswater to see how the process is being handled, and to ensure that any future decisions minimise staff disruption.”
Titanic Councillor Ms McAteer added: “Connswater holds many cherished memories for the residents of East Belfast, and it’s unfortunate to see it closing, resulting in job losses for many people.
“I hope that in the future the shopping centre can be repurposed to create local jobs and opportunities, and become a hub where residents can shop and spend time together.”
“Shopping centres serve as vital spaces for local communities, not only can they enhance the local economy but they also provide essential services and amenities to residents.
“Connswater is located at the heart of East Belfast, and provides jobs and opportunities for local residents. This news will have been a blow to the tenants whose businesses are within the shopping centre, and the many local residents who rely on their services.
"Alliance has reached out to Connswater to see how the process is being handled, and to ensure that any future decisions minimise staff disruption.”
Titanic Councillor Ms McAteer added: “Connswater holds many cherished memories for the residents of East Belfast, and it’s unfortunate to see it closing, resulting in job losses for many people.
“I hope that in the future the shopping centre can be repurposed to create local jobs and opportunities, and become a hub where residents can shop and spend time together.”