The council has announced that traffic diversions will be in place in and around Belfast city centre on Monday 17 March, coinciding with this year’s St Patrick’s Day festivities. Organisers encourage visitors and participants to plan their journey in advance and allow for extra travel time throughout the day. SPAR […]
Community Gathering Highlighting the Issue of Violence against Women and Girls The local community is encouraged to take part in a special walk at Waterworks this Saturday, 8 February from 1pm–3pm, led by former Northern Ireland Ladies’ Football captain Marissa Callaghan. The gathering marks International Women’s Day and aims to
Belfast is set to host a free Spring Safety event on Friday, 7 March at City Hall, inviting residents to boost their knowledge of home and online safety. Organised by the Belfast Policing and Community Safety Partnership (PCSP) in cooperation with Belfast City Council, this annual roadshow brings together over
Repair Week Encourages Sustainable Living Belfast City Council is inviting residents to take part in a series of free sessions designed to help people repair and reuse everyday items. Running from Monday 3 to Sunday 9 March, the initiative supports greener living by reducing waste and conserving resources. Scheduling discussions,
High Sheriff Councillor Fiona McAteer has announced the continued growth of the Belfast Business Promise, an accreditation scheme that encourages fair pay, good jobs, and secure contracts. Hosted at Belfast City Hall, the gathering recognised organisations that have committed to building a more inclusive economy across the city. Discussed during
Belfast City Council has confirmed that a local resident has been convicted for offences related to abandoning a dog and failing to ensure its welfare. The conviction concerns an incident in July 2023 involving a Staffordshire Bull Terrier, subsequently addressed at Belfast Magistrates Court on Tuesday, 25 February 2025. Circumstances
Celebrating Three Decades of Friendship A diverse delegation from Belfast is set to travel to Nashville to mark the 30-year Sister City relationship between the two locations. Led by Belfast City Council, the group represents academic, business, governmental, and non-governmental interests. Their visit will coincide with an important Peace Summit,
Belfast City Council has announced a series of information sessions next week in north Belfast to showcase design plans for the Reconnected Belfast project. This project focuses on enhancing shared space and connectivity in Waterworks and Alexandra Park. The initiative has received €13.5million from the PEACEPLUS funding programme, highlighting the
Six Belfast venues and visitor experiences have received inaugural Inclusive Tourism Awards, highlighting the city’s commitment to welcoming disabled visitors. Organised by the council in collaboration with local tourism bodies, the special recognition was announced during an event at Titanic Belfast aimed at showcasing the value of the “purple pound”
Council’s Call for Informed HMO Tenants Belfast City Council is urging anyone considering renting a house of multiple occupancy (HMO) to be fully aware of their rights and responsibilities. This reminder emphasises the importance of checking a property’s licence status and following regulations designed to keep HMO tenants and local
