Two PSNI stations to close in Fermanagh

Two rural police stations in Co Fermanagh have been saved from closure, it was announced today – but the shut down of six more remained on course.

The PSNI stations at Newtownbutler and Irvinestown are to be retained after a U-turn by police commanders.

But despite public concerns about a continuing terrorist threat, final proposals for the closure of bases in Ballinamallard, Derrygonnelly, Kinawley, Lisbellaw, Rosslea and Tempo are to be put before the Northern Ireland Policing board in September.

The decision to save the two stations followed a major consultation exercise with local communities about the future of policing in the county.