I bring to Members' attention the issue of the telecommunications mast that is right at the top of Dungannon town on the historic Hill of The O'Neill site. The site was originally the seat of the O'Neills, chosen for its panoramic views across seven of Ulster's nine counties. It is an intrinsically beautiful site. Over many years, both the legacy Dungannon and South Tyrone Borough Council and the Mid Ulster District Council have developed the Hill of The O'Neill theatre site and a covered outside space where events can take place. It is the heart and soul of Dungannon town and the jewel in its crown.

In recent months, many people have been calling for the issue of the telecommunications mast to be addressed. Local councillors have raised the issue. The newly formed Dungannon chamber of commerce has raised the issue. Historians and many others have highlighted the fact that the old remaining towers on that historic site are completely overshadowed and blemished by the presence of a massive steel telecommunications tower. I am aware that the local council has been engaging with NI Water, which operates the tower. It is a commercial venture in that sense. The site was previously occupied by the British Army for many years for the same reason, but it is now open to the people of Dungannon town.

NI Water operates the site. Mid Ulster District Council and NI Water had agreed to consult on removing the mast. Recently, NI Water has withdrawn from that commitment, citing budgetary reasons. I am aware that many people in the district, including the chamber of commerce, are working diligently to try to increase its tourism offer. They are being hindered by the mast on that site. I urge NI Water to return to its commitment to work with the council. I hope that Members and everyone will support the removal of the mast from that historic site.