Belfast has become the only city on the island of Ireland to receive an A-rating for its climate action work. The accolade has been awarded for leadership on environmental action from international climate research provider CDP. Welcoming the award, Lord Mayor of Belfast Councillor Tina Black said: “This is fantastic news for Belfast- we are …
Brightly coloured blue ‘Buddy Benches’ will be located across four of Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council’s parks. The benches will be a beacon for conversation as strangers strike up a chat while they take in the beauty of Antrim and Newtownabbey’s finest parks. The benches are located at Lilian Bland, Hazelbank Park, Crumlin Glen and …
Northern Ireland renewables experts Everun are set to support investment in excess of £50m in wind and solar across the country over the next three years. The announcement comes as world leaders met at COP27 in Egypt last week. Everun, which has been in operation since 2010, currently manages over £150m worth of renewable assets …
NI Company Everun To Build £50m In Renewable Assets Creating 25 New Specialised Jobs Read More »
Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council has launched a Winter Woolies campaign to help to keep people cosy over the winter months. As the temperatures drop and the cost of heating goes up, there are people in our Borough who will struggle to keep themselves warm. If you can knit or crochet hats, scarfs or blankets …
The Digital Surge Programme, which provides support to small businesses who want to explore advanced technologies, is urging companies to sign up before all spaces are allocated. The project, led by Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council, is now at two thirds capacity, having already helped over 120 local businesses embark on their digital transformation journey. …
Small Businesses Urged To Join Digital Surge Programme As Places Fill Up Read More »
During October 2022, Mid and East Antrim Borough Council worked in partnership with Alzheimer’s Society to deliver free dementia awareness training sessions for residents as part of an ongoing ‘Dementia Friendly Borough’ initiative. Three ‘Dementia Friendly Communities’ training sessions were delivered by the Alzheimer’s Society in Larne, Ballymena and Carrickfergus, with 83 people completing the …
Mayor Praises 83 Residents Of Mid And East Antrim On Becoming ‘Dementia Friends’ Read More »
More than 400 Primary 6 pupils from across Mid and East Antrim took part in an innovative online Business Masterclass during which they had the opportunity to learn about what a business is, how a business communicates with their customer, packaging and branding plus much more. Funded by Mid and East Antrim Borough Council and …
400 Pupils Take Part In Innovative Online Business Masterclass Read More »
Remembrance Services have taken place across Mid and East Antrim at the weekend to commemorate those who lost their lives in both World Wars and other conflicts. Remembrance Services were held in the Borough’s towns of Ballymena, Carrickfergus and Larne, with poignant ceremonies being held in Whitehead, Broughshane, Cullybackey, Glynn, Kells and Connor, and Ballycarry. …
Remembrance Services Held Throughout The Borough To Commemorate The Fallen Read More »
Primary school students across the Borough recently put their creative thinking and idea generation skills to the test by designing a delicious new flavour of ice cream as part of an exciting Global Entrepreneurship Week competition organised by Mid and East Antrim Borough Council. Global Entrepreneurship Week 2022 is taking place from 14 to 20 …
What’s Your Flavour? School Ice Cream Competition Winners Announced Read More »
A public consultation has opened seeking views on Belfast City Council’s draft Economic Strategy for the city. The consultation will last for eight weeks with people encouraged to share their feedback via Council’s online consultation platform www.belfastcity.gov.uk/yoursay The draft Economic Strategy sets out a roadmap for the growth and development of Belfast’s economy up until …
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