UK renews support for Northern development

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“The Sangupiddy Bridge is a prime example of how the UK can support Sri Lanka’s economic development” said Deputy British High Commissioner, Mark Gooding, on 14 June, 2011.

The Deputy British High Commissioner visited the Sangupiddy Bridge connecting the Jaffna Peninsula to the mainland on the second day of his official tour of Jaffna and Trincomalee. Officially opened in January 2011, the 288 metre bridge was constructed by UK company Mabey Bridges, with funding underwritten by the UK Government through the Export Credits Guarantee Department (ECGD). With the opening of the bridge, there are now two land access routes to the Jaffna Peninsula.

Gooding continued, “Development and reconstruction of conflict affected areas in Sri Lanka remains a major challenge. The UK stands ready to play its part in this process, including by supporting British companies with the experience and expertise to rebuild infrastructure and stimulate growth. The Sangupiddy Bridge is one such example. It will link communities and encourage trade, thereby generating prosperity in northern Sri Lanka. As well as visiting the bridge, I have had productive discussions with Government, the Chamber of Commerce and community groups about how the international community can best support the process of development and reconciliation.”

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