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The Magazine for Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council Residents Issue 3 :: Nov 2016
4 Christmas in the City
7 Ice Bowl Celebrates 30th Birthday
10 Villages Identified for Renewal Projects
15 Dog Rehoming & Blanket Appeal
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Welcome to Issue 3 of Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council’s Citywide magazine.
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I would like to give a big thank you to everyone who has contributed to my Mayoral Charity, TinyLife, to date. TinyLife is dedicated to the support of premature babies and their families across Northern Ireland. My Mayoral Charity offers a variety of helpful and practical expertise, advice and support to families who are plunged into the circumstances that follow when a baby is born too early. I have first-hand experience in this area with my own grandson and I know how helpful it is to have experts on hand who can work with families through such difficult times.
I launched the Mayor’s Community Awards for 2017 a few weeks ago. The awards will recognise community endeavours, hard work and good causes across voluntary and
community life. You can find out all the information on www.lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk
Finally, as we look forward to the arrival of Christmas please remember those who are in less fortunate situations than ourselves and people who are coping with difficulties, great or small. It is so important for us all to remember our good fortune in life and to count our blessings. Remember those who may need a helping hand and if it’s possible to help let’s do so.
Welcome to Citywide
OFFICE OFMAYOR
2015-2016
Welcome to this pre-Christmas issue of CityWide. Since my election to the Office of Mayor it has been wonderful meeting new people and catching up with former students, their parents and colleagues, business people and community members. I would like to acknowledge all the lovely comments received on the Council Facebook page congratulating me on becoming Mayor as it really is heart-warming to be remembered by so many people.
THE RIGHT WORSHIPFUL THE MAYORCOUNCILLOR BRIAN BLOOMFIELD MBE
The official charity of the Mayor of Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council.
The Mayor’s Office is keen to hear from any organisations or persons who would like to get involved with the Mayor’s Charity and help to raise funds for Tinylife. Please contact the Mayor’s Secretary: Tel: 028 9250 9331 or email: [email protected]
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The City recently honoured one of its greatest Freemen, Professor Frank Pantridge, inventor of the portable defibrillator to mark 100 years since his birth.
100 Years of Professor Frank Pantridgeand His Defibrillator Invention Celebrated at Lagan Valley Island
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Pictured at the Bronze Sculpture of Frank Pantridge at Lagan Valley Island are Councillor Janet Gray MBE; Mayoress Mrs Rosalind Bloomfield; Mayor, Councillor Brian Bloomfield MBE; Alderman William Leathem; Mr Gary Wilson; Councillor Margaret Tolerton; Mrs Heather Moore and Lord Lieutenant of County Antrim, Mrs Joan Christie OBE.
The Council recently held a workshop looking at how the Council can grow and prosper over the next 20 years, through the creation of an ambitious and visionary Local Development Plan. Keynote speaker was Mr Waheed Nazir, Strategic Director of Planning and Regeneration Infrastructure at Birmingham City Council. Birmingham has transformed and regenerated its landscape over the past twenty years, resulting in hundreds of millions of pounds in investment and thousands of new jobs created and affordable homes built. The Council’s Development Plan 2030 will act as a planning blueprint for the next 15 years. It will consider critical elements including social, environmental and economic factors including regeneration, increased manufacturing and retail tourism, job creation and leisure and community in the coming years. Topics explored included maximising the economic potential of the City, doing things differently, the West Lisburn Development
New Vision for CityUnderwayAn ambitious vision for Lisburn
and Castlereagh will be
unveiled as part of a new Local
Development Plan now underway
Plan and the vital importance of transport connectivity throughout the City.
Central to all these discussions was the notion that the new planning powers and community planning responsibilities gave the Council a unique opportunity to develop an ambitious and exciting Local Development Plan that has a real potential to transform Lisburn and Castlereagh for the next generation. Summing up the event, Chairman of the Council’s Planning Committee, Councillor Alexander Redpath said: “Our discussions have injected a massive dose of ambition and excitement into what could be achieved here in the City if we are bold and visionary in our thinking. “How the City will look in 2030 will be down to our Local Development Plan. Planning is not just about policy. It is about looking at the bigger picture and we will use it as a key economic and regeneration driver for the City in the years to come,” said Councillor Redpath.
Local Stakeholdersand Council Discuss City Centre DevelopmentLisburn City Centre stakeholders and Elected Members came together under an “Our City Our Future” banner to discuss the economic performance of Lisburn City Centre, events, initiatives and future plans.
The Council is holding regular quarterly meetings with these stakeholders to hear first-hand about city centre growth and development, growing local business and developing tourism and retail provision.
The Chairman Councillor Uel Mackin said: “Listening to the views of our retail and business community is important for ongoing dialogue and for supporting retailers. Areas like shopping patterns, spend and growth and the provision of events in the new public realm space are all under discussion. Where the Council can we will assist with growth opportunities. We had a very good turnout and plenty of feedback.”
As part of the Council’s remit under community planning and potential planning opportunities and development, retail and business is key for future strategic planning and infrastructure.
Pictured at the City Centre Stakeholders meeting held at Lagan Valley Island, Lisburn are Dr. Theresa Donaldson, Chief Executive and Councillor Uel Mackin, Chairman of the Development Committee.
Pictured at a Planning workshop recently held at Lagan Valley Island was the Mayor, Councillor Brian Bloomfield MBE; Keynote speaker Mr Waheed Nazir, Chief Executive, Dr Theresa Donaldson and Councillor Alexander Redpath, Chairman of the Planning Committee.
To recognise the centenary the Council has donated 10 defibrillators within the local area and was delighted to welcome special guest Communities Minister Paul Givan MLA who handed out the first awards for the Defibrillators for Sport initiative to five local sporting clubs in the Lisburn area.
The occasion marked the start of the roll-out of 380 Automated External Defibrillators being awarded to sports clubs and organisations across Northern Ireland.
Cllr Margaret Tolerton, said: “The Professor has left a lasting legacy with the invention of the mobile defibrillator and we celebrate a hero, whose mobile defibrillator has saved countless lives.
“We are delighted that survivors joined with us to celebrate this most special centenary and I would also like to thank those guests who attended who knew the Professor, both within and outside the operating theatres.
“I would like to pay tribute to the Heart City Working Group members who assisted with the event’s arrangements,” she concluded.
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Join ISLAND Arts Centre for festive nights with family and friends this November and December. Here’s a flavour of what’s on offer and you can check out islandartscentre.com for everything available this Christmas.
Knotty Pine String Band and The Drunken Lullabies Fri 18 Nov, 8.00pm, Tickets £12
Knotty Pine String Band and The Drunken Lullabies bring us a unique blend of folk and Cajun music.
In The Window Sat 19 Nov, 8.00pm, Tickets £12
Northern Ireland’s favourite comedienne Nuala McKeever rings in the festive season with her hilarious black comedy.
Dermot Byrne, Steve Conney & Trevor Hutchinson in Concert Sat 3 Dec, 8.00pm, Tickets £15
An evening bringing together three musicians with impeccable traditional music credentials.
Ronnie Greer Blues Band at Moneyreagh Community Centre Fri 9 Dec, 8.00pm, Tickets £10
Have yourself a proper blues Christmas ‘from a proper bluesman’. (Ralph McLean, Radio Ulster)
‘Twas the Night Before MurderFri 16 Dec, 8.00pm,£45 (including meal & gin reception)
Christmas can be murder. Join us for this whodunit while enjoying a 3 course meal with Tanqueray gin reception.
ISLAND Arts Centre’s Gift vouchers are the perfect way to give a great present, and memorable experience without the worry of getting it wrong. You choose the amount you wish to gift and the voucher will be emailed directly to the lucky recipient.
Vouchers can be redeemed against any directly promoted ISLAND Arts Centre Theatre Event, Artwork or Activity and can be used in person at our Box Office. Vouchers are valid for one year from the issue date.
The City’s annual Christmas Lights Switch-On and Festive Parade will begin at 6.30pm in Market Square. Carol singing on stage will be performed by pupils from Harmony Hill Primary School with the switching on of the Christmas Tree Lights at 7.00pm.
This will be followed by a Christmas Parade
which will make its way from Smithfield Square up through Bow Street around the Irish Linen Centre and Market Square.
Roller skating elves and fairies, dancing snowmen, ice queens, princesses, toy soldiers, carnival performers and large scale puppetry will be joined by schoolchildren from Tonagh, Ballymacash,
St Aloysius, Largymore, Carr and Brownlee Primary Schools as the fairy-lit Parade makes its way through the City Centre. Pre-parade entertainment will be provided by students from the South Eastern Regional College. The finale of the Parade will be a visit from none other than Santa Claus himself with his elves.
The Christmas Season will officially get underway in
Lisburn this year at the Christmas Lights Switch-On
on Thursday 17th November from 6.30pm.
Yuletide magic wrapped up at...
Citywide Christmas Events
For information on all our Christmas Events and programmes visit: www.lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk/christmas
Pictured at the launch of the Christmas Switch-On are The Mayor, Councillor Brian Bloomfield MBE and Chairman of the Corporate Services Committee, Councillor Owen Gawith with Santa and friends.
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Santa at the MuseumSanta will be arriving to take up residence in the Linen Centre from Sat 3rd Dec until Christmas Eve.
Visit Santa and his helpers and receive a free gift (voluntary donations to the Mayor’s Charity welcomed).
Reindeer HuntLisburn City Centre
The search for the missing reindeer will take place from Sat 26th November until Thursday 22nd December. To join in the great Reindeer hunt, simply find a store with a reindeer in the window, pop inside and pick up a reindeer hunt card. Just find eight reindeer to be entered into the prize draw.
U105 Roadshow Saturday 26th November, 1.00pm - 3.00pm, Market Square
Join in the fun at the U105 roadshow in Market Square, see the Jingle Jeep and meet our famous U105 presenter. Don’t forget to pick up your Reindeer Hunt Card and Lisburn City Centre Gift Guide during the Roadshow.
Frock Around the Clock (The Very Christmassy Vintage & Handmade Fair)Saturday 3rd December, 12noon - 5.00pm, Market SquareFREE ENTRY
Featuring around 25 stalls of vintage, handcrafted & upcycled fashion, photography, homewares, collectables, textiles, decor, jewellery, sweet treats, art, craft, gifts, artisan food, and more!
The Empire Strikes Lisburn Saturday 10th December,11.00am - 3.00pm, Market SquareFREE ENTRY
Meet the characters, join in the hunt to find Luke Skywalker and bring along your lightsabre to learn from the Jedi. Don't miss the Stormtroopers parade. There will be plenty of photo opportunities.
Rock Around the Christmas TreeThursday 15th December, 6.00pm - 9.00pm, Market Square FREE EVENT
Market Square will be transformed into a massive family friendly dance party with amazing outdoor lighting, glow sticks, dancers, Christmas characters and lively tunes from DJ Andy Baird.
The Christmas Switch-On in Lisburn heralds the beginning of a 6-week programme of seasonal fun through the Council area. Here’s a flavour of what's going on.
Breakfast with SantaEvery Saturday & Sunday from 26th November until 18th December Session 1: 9.30amSession 2: 11.00am
Join Santa in a Christmas party room and tuck into a delicious breakfast, followed by a choice of ice skating, tenpin bowling or Indiana Land for a fun festive morning. Booking is essential.
Supper with SantaEvery Friday & Saturday from 25th November until 23rd December, 5.15pm - 7.15pm
Party on down this Christmas and enjoy a choice of fantastic activities, then afterwards visit Santa under twinkling fairy lights for a hearty supper and festive chat. Remember to bring your letter for Santa! Booking is essential.
Skate with SantaEvery Saturday from 26th November until 17th December, 2.00pm - 4.30pm
Take to the ice for a yuletide skate with Santa! Glide, swirl and dance to festive favourites for a truly magical winter wonderland experience.
Christmas PartiesFor an unforgettable Christmas party, choose from a wide selection of activities and catering packages to create a customised party package to suit elves of all ages!
Packages from only £10.50 per person.
For further details on Christmas packages visit www.theicebowl.com
Santa Claus is taking time out of his busy schedule to enjoy a jam packed programme of activities at Dundonald International Ice Bowl this Christmas.
Your guide to inspirational gifts
Includes unique offers
Lisburn City Centre
guide 2016
Christmas in the City
Wishing you anChristmas!
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To help get you started on your Christmas shopping the Council will be distributing the Lisburn City Centre Gift Guide to a number of homes across the area.
It will provide great present ideas for all ages and to suit all budgets along with, parking information and details of upcoming events. It will also include special offer details to help you find many inspirational gifts right here on your doorstep!
Christmas Musical Evenings at the CastleFriday 2nd & Saturday 3rd December, 7.00pm
There is nothing more magical than a Castle dressed for Christmas.
Don’t miss the chance to experience an unforgettable festive evening at Hillsborough Castle this December. With viewing of the castle's State Rooms, festive drinks reception and the fabulous Cappella Caeciliana singing festive choral music in the Throne Room, it’s a majestic way to start the season.
Tickets available by advance booking only at: www.hrp.org.uk/hillsborough-castle/whats-on/christmas-musical-evenings-at-the-castle
Your guide to
inspirational gifts
Includes unique offers
Lisburn City Centre
guide 2016
Your guide to inspirational gifts
Includes unique offers
Lisburn City Centre
guide 2016
Your guide to inspirational gifts
Includes unique offers
Lisburn City Centre
guide 2016
Santa at the MuseumSanta will be arriving to take up residence in the Linen Centre from Sat 3rd Dec until Christmas Eve.
Visit Santa and his helpers and receive a free gift (voluntary donations to the Mayor’s Charity welcomed).
New Year, New You!Beat the winter blues and get active this New Year with a fantastic range of membership packages, available at our leisure facilities across Lisburn and Castlereagh.
The Vitality Gym and Spa, situated at Lagan Valley LeisurePlex was refurbished in 2015 and offers a high quality modern gym fit to rival any private fitness facility.
Vitality members can use the gym 7 days a week with it open from 6.15am to 10.00pm Monday to Friday and 9.00 am to 5.30pm during weekends.
Membership Benefits Include
• Unlimited use of Vitality Gym Facility.
• Unlimited use of Vitality Spa including spa pool, sauna, steam room, plunge pool and heated loungers.
• Free swim in Competition Pool during public swim sessions.
• Free Leisure Pool Sessions on a Monday (Members 12 – 18 years only).
• Access to over 50 weekly exercise & relaxation classes including group cycling, circuits, yoga, Aqua Fit & lots more.
• Online booking facility for classes.
For further information on membership packages contact Tel: 028 9267 2121 or email [email protected]
Lough Moss Leisure CentreBased in Carryduff, Lough Moss Leisure Centre offers a range of membership packages which include access to the modern fitness suite and wide range of classes as well as use of the relaxing sauna and steam room area. The fitness suite also operates early morning opening hours for those looking to hit the gym before work.
For further information on Lough Moss Leisure Centre activities please contact Tel: 028 9081 4884 or email [email protected]
Activity CentresLocated in the heart of the local community, the Council manages a number of Activity Centres including Kilmakee at Seymour Hill, Glenmore at Hilden and Grove Activity Centre at Knockmore. All offer a choice of great value membership packages, which include use of their high-tec fitness suite and wide selection of classes. Members are also entitled to free access to over 50 classes at Lagan Valley LeisurePlex and use of their competition pool during public swim sessions.
Our Activity Centres can be contacted at the following:
Kilmakee Activity Centre, T: 028 9030 1545, [email protected]
Glenmore Activity Centre, T: 028 9266 2830, [email protected]
Grove Activity Centre, T: 028 9267 1131, [email protected]
Citywide Leisure Services
Offer valid from 1st – 31st December 2016.
Golf PromotionJoin Castlereagh Hills Golf Course from January to March 2017 and pay no joining fee and get up to 15 months membership for the price of 12 months.
Simply join the course as a new member and enjoy the following months of free golf
Joining Date Promotion
January 15 months for the price of 12 monthsFebruary 14 months for the price of 12 monthsMarch 13 months for the price of 12 months
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Castlereagh Hills Golf CourseCastlereagh Hills Golf Course, situated on Upper Braniel Road in the heart of the Castlereagh Hills, offers stunning views over Strangford Lough and County Down. A range of winter pay and play rates are available as well as a special membership promotion to tee off your 2017 golfing season!
For further details, please visit www.castlereaghhills.comTerms and conditions apply. Membership fees
must be paid in full within 12 months of joining.
Try Before You BuyDiscover the ultimate fitness experience with a complimentary Gym Induction Session during December 2016. Induction Sessions at Lagan Valley LeisurePlex, Lough Moss Leisure Centre, Kilmakee Activity Centre, Grove Activity Centre or Glenmore Activity Centre. Induction session must be reserved in advance at the relevant gym reception.
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As part of the celebrations, the facility hosted a magical superhero and princess ice skating session featuring the mighty Captain America, Ironman and Frozen’s Elsa and Anna. Little superheroes and princesses also arrived in fancy dress and enjoyed face painting, singing and prizes galore for an unforgettable birthday celebration.
The Chairman of the Council’s Leisure & Community Development Committee, Councillor Tim Morrow said: “I am personally delighted to mark the 30th anniversary of Dundonald International Ice Bowl as my father was an Elected Member on the Council when the facility first opened back in September 1986. At that time, it was the first facility of its kind in Northern Ireland housing the only Olympic sized ice rink on the island of
Courses currently on offer include:
Safeguarding Children in Sport: Sport NI accredited Child Protection Course particularly useful for coaches working directly with children.
Designated Officer Training: Sport NI accredited course targeting club administrators or Child Protection Officers.
First Aid in Sport: First Aid certified course teaching coaches and volunteers how to deal with various injuries and situations.
Defibrillator and CPR Training: Certified course teaching people how to use a defibrillator and CPR in the event of a cardiac arrest.
Nutrition in Sport: Course aimed at fuelling athletes and players for better performance.
Sports Mindset Masterclass: Empowering volunteers with the skills to understand, motivate and coach their participants more effectively.
Strength & Conditioning: Session aimed at targeting strength training, flexibility, explosive power and peaking for performance.
Managing Bullying Behaviour in Sports Clubs: Session aimed at managing positive relationships within sports clubs to eliminate bullying behaviour.
Disability Inclusive Games Training: Informative session teaching clubs how to deliver sessions which cater for people with a range of learning and physical disabilities.
Marketing Your Club on Social Media: Learn how to market your club using social media to promote good news stories and attract new participants. For further information on any of these courses please contact [email protected]
Activity CentresLocated in the heart of the local community, the Council manages a number of Activity Centres including Kilmakee at Seymour Hill, Glenmore at Hilden and Grove Activity Centre at Knockmore. All offer a choice of great value membership packages, which include use of their high-tec fitness suite and wide selection of classes. Members are also entitled to free access to over 50 classes at Lagan Valley LeisurePlex and use of their competition pool during public swim sessions.
Our Activity Centres can be contacted at the following:
Kilmakee Activity Centre, T: 028 9030 1545, [email protected]
Glenmore Activity Centre, T: 028 9266 2830, [email protected]
Grove Activity Centre, T: 028 9267 1131, [email protected]
Dundonald International Ice Bowl recently celebrated its big‘30’ in the company of Princesses and Superheroes. Thousands of people flocked to celebrate the facility’s 30th birthday, in what lived up to be a spectacular party on the ice.
Ireland. The following year, the facility then opened the tenpin bowling centre which later expanded in 2004 to introduce revolutionary glow-in-the-dark Xtreme Bowling sessions straight from the USA. Over the years, the facility has added Indiana Land play world to create a premier entertainment complex, which has attracted visitors of all ages from across Northern Ireland and beyond.
“The facility remains a popular choice today, attracting approximately 500,000 visitors per year, making it one of the region’s leading and most established tourist attractions. This year now marks the 30th anniversary for the facility, and with proposed refurbishment plans currently being considered for the site, it is hoped the venue will remain a firm favourite for generations to come.”
Developing SportsClubs and CoachesThe Council has launched its highly popular Coach Education Programme, which aims to equip sports clubs and improve the skills of local coaches.
Castlereagh Hills Golf Course
For further details, please visit www.castlereaghhills.com
Superheroes and Princesses Fly in for 30th Birthday Celebration
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Councillor Tim Morrow, Chairman of the Leisure & Community Development Committee, celebrating Dundonald International Ice Bowl's 30th Birthday along with the mighty Captain America, Ironman, Frozen’s Elsa and Anna and mini superhero and princess.
For further information on forthcoming events, please visit www.theicebowl.comi
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Ald Michael Henderson MBEUUP Mob: 07930 409150Email: [email protected]
Cllr Aaron McIntyre APNIMob: 07707 936559 Email: [email protected]
Cllr Patrick Catney SDLPMob: 07985 111606 Email: [email protected]
Cllr Tim Morrow APNIMob: 07714 299916 Email: [email protected]
Cllr Nathan AndersonDUP Mob: 07894 868213Email: nathan.anderson@ lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk
Cllr Janet Gray MBEDUP Mob: 07818 817085 Email: [email protected]
Ald Tommy JeffersDUPMob: 07703 360137 Email: [email protected]
Cllr Johnny McCarthy SDLPMob: 07725 904551Email: [email protected]
Cllr Jonathan CraigDUP Mob: 07815 888384 Email: [email protected]
Cllr Alexander Redpath UUPMob: 07460 713879 Email: [email protected]
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In August the Strategic Community Planning Partnership was formalised and the Agreement for the Council was officially launched. This sets out how the process will be delivered and includes feedback, insights and research to date. The Partnership will consider areas like the economy, the environment, quality of life, community safety, society, infrastructure and local services. The Partnership will now need to look to the next steps as a collective group.
Speaking about the progress of the Community Planning process to date, Alderman William Leathem, Chairman of the Strategic Community Planning Partnership said: “Local research has
Partnership Working is Key to SuccessSuccess of the Community Planning Process to date is due to
effective and cohesive partnerships with statutory bodies, local
developers, key stakeholders and the wider community.
been carried out and analyzed, various community meetings have been held, as well as events such as the recent ‘Thematic’ Workshops. Each of these methods have outlined key information so we have a good picture as to what the needs and expectations of our residents are.
Chief Executive, Dr Theresa Donaldson, said: “The next step in the process will be to sit down with the members of the Community Planning Partnership to put the steps in place for the Community Plan. This will include the review of feedback collated from various meetings and events, and look to identify ideas and solutions that best fit the community and the well-being of residents.”
Citywide Community Planning
For details on how to get involved in Community Planning or to have your
say, please contact the Council’s Community Planning Manager, Catharine
McWhirter at [email protected] or call 028 9244 7513.
Details can also be viewed at www.lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk
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Pictured with the recently published Baseline Report, which is available on the Council's website are: (l-r) Councillor Tim Mitchell, Chairman of the Governance & Audit Committee; Dr Theresa Donaldson, Chief Executive and Alderman William Leathem, Chairman of the Strategic Community Planning Partnership.
The Chairman of the Partnership, Alderman William Leathem and Chief Executive, Dr Theresa Donaldson, led the signing of the Community Partnership Agreement at a Meeting of the Partnership.
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Elected Members of Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council
LISBURN NORTH
Cllr Ben Mallon DUPMob: 07719 652057 Email: [email protected]
Ald James Dillon MBE JPUUP Tel: 07802 967000Email: [email protected]
Ald William Leathem DUPMob: 07808 138016 Email: [email protected]
Ald David Drysdale DUP Mob: 07857 415268 Email: [email protected]
Cllr Tim Mitchell UUPMob: 07813 968859 Email: [email protected]
Cllr Vasundhara KambleAPNIMob: 07513 327165 Email: vasundhara.kamble@ lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk
Ald Allan Ewart DUPMob: 07802 834163 Email: [email protected]
Ald James Tinsley DUPMob: 07866 266294 Email: [email protected]
Cllr Hazel Legge UUPMob: 07711 226264 Email: [email protected]
Cllr Alan Givan DUP Mob: 07840 096628 Email: [email protected]
Cllr Brian Hanvey SDLPMob: 07778 905699 Email: [email protected]
Cllr John Palmer UUPMob: 07792 190554 Email: [email protected]
Cllr Brian Bloomfield MBE UUPMob: 07896 318905Email: [email protected]
Cllr Andrew Girvin TUV Mob: 07852 193318 Email: [email protected]
Ald Paul Porter DUP Mob: 07816 169379 Email: [email protected]
Cllr Luke Poots DUPMob: 07581 159186 Email: [email protected]
Cllr Owen Gawith APNIMob: 07736 408250Email: [email protected]
Ald Stephen Martin APNI Mob: 07554 425103 Email: [email protected]
Cllr Sharon Scott DUPMob: 07803 411023 Email: [email protected]
Cllr Andrew Ewing DUP Mob: 07890 561109 Email: [email protected]
Cllr Uel Mackin DUPMob: 07896 318889 Email: [email protected]
Cllr Hon. Nicholas TrimbleUUPMob: 07780 678188 Email: [email protected]
Cllr Scott Carson DUPMob: 07947 561137 Email: [email protected]
Ald Geraldine Rice MBEAPNI Mob: 07771 880857Email: [email protected]
Cllr Rhoda Walker DUP Mob: 07725 856436 Email: [email protected]
Cllr James Baird UUPMob: 07802 349003 Email: [email protected]
Cllr Thomas Beckett DUPMob: 07950 489056 Email: [email protected]
Cllr Margaret Tolerton DUP Mob: 07801 643187 Email: [email protected]
Cllr John Gallen SDLP Mob: 07856 059196Email: [email protected]
Cllr Amanda Grehan APNI Mob: 07850 326408 Email: [email protected]
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Exciting Plans are now underway to enhance a number of villages across the City Area.
Lester Manley and Warren Manley pictured with a representative of The Food Truck Company from the Netherlands, during the international launch of Trailblazer at the Horecava (Hotel and Catering industry) trade show in Amsterdam.
Five Villages Identified for Renewal Projects
Councillor Uel Mackin, Chairman of the Development Committee is joined by Alex Swan, Drumbo Community Association and Councillor Margaret Tolerton, Chairman of Lagan Rural Partnership Local Action Group to view the draft plan for Drumbo Village.
Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council carried out a comprehensive scoping exercise in November 2015 which saw the following five villages identified for investment under the Northern Ireland Rural Development Programme - Aghalee, Drumbo, Dromara, Glenavy and Stoneyford. These villages have since received support to develop village renewal plans, which will identify key projects, building on the existing fabric of the villages and
enhancing the area through a number of identified projects.
Councillor Uel Mackin, Chairman of the Development Committee speaking about the upcoming village renewal schemes said: “I was very pleased with the contributions from the five local communities at the community consultation events and was delighted to see such a good turnout from the Public to view the plans for each village, which
include the themes of physical, social and economic development.
“The public consultation period has now drawn to a close and work on finalising the village plans in accordance with the feedback from the returned questionnaires is in progress,” concluded Councillor Mackin.
Once the Action Plans are finalised initiatives will be brought forward through
Lester Manley, founder and MD of Trailblazer BBQ Ltd was delighted with the level of interest he received from the Dutch companies they met up with during the visit. Looking back at the visit, Lester said: “All parties I met were very excited about the product and all requested to become resellers. One of the potential partners actually called me four times after the meeting to let me know that they had a customer for Trailblazer!”
Local Company Blazed a Trail to the NetherlandsTrailblazer BBQ based in Dundonald took part in the Council’s recent trade mission to the Netherlands to showcase its range of eye-catching, towable charcoal powered barbecues for use by event caterers, festival organisers and private individuals.
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The Chairman of the Council’s Environmental Services Committee, Councillor James Baird, was present at the ceremony and accepted the awards with the Vice-Chairman, Alderman James Tinsley. Councillor Baird said: “I’d like to thank everyone who works so hard to help make the village look fabulous. To compete at this national competition level
The beautiful village of Hillsborough received a Gold Medal and a Discretionary Heritage Award at the prestigious Britain in Bloom Awards 2016. The Awards took place in Birmingham where the competition finalists from across the UK represent the highest levels andstandards of floral maintenance, design and display.
involves significant planning; from nurturing flowers, planting scheme design and maintaining the flowers constantly. Grateful thanks go to the local community and to the team from Operational Services.
“We look forward to representing the area again in 2017,” he said.
You can view the renewal Plans for each of the villages at:lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk/business/rural-development-and-regeneration
i Plans are underway for the 2017 programmes which will be to Amsterdam (24th – 26th January) and Slovenia (27th March – 30th March). If you are interested in being part of these programmes please contact Steve Murnaghan, Managing Consultant of NITC on 00 31 20 4217400 or email: [email protected] to register your attendance at the launch event on Wednesday 16th November from 8.30am – 10.00am at Lagan Valley Island, Lisburn.
At the 2016 RHS Britain in Bloom Awards and picking up a Gold Award and Heritage Medal for Hillsborough are Councillor James Baird, Chairman of the Environmental Services Committee and Vice Chairman, Alderman James Tinsley. The awards were presented by Roger Burnett from the Judging Panel.
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funding from the Rural Development Programme being delivered by Lagan Rural Partnership.
Councillor Margaret Tolerton, Chair of Lagan Rural Partnership Local Action Group added: “I am delighted to announce that Lagan Rural Partnership will set aside £900,000 of funding for villages in the rural Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council and Belfast City Council areas that will help revitalise the social and economic infrastructure of our rural centres of population.”
Today, with a number of Trailblazers already on the roads in the Netherlands they are setting up a sub dealer and rental network in order to fully support the market. The Netherlands is Trailblazer’s first mainland Europe export market which they believe will be an ideal starting position for rolling out into the rest of Europe and beyond.
Lester concluded: “Overall the Council led programme was excellent, with superb organisation, high quality contacts identified and detailed briefings provided prior to the actual market visit. We were very pleased with the overwhelming positive Dutch reaction to the product, and as a young company recognise that we simply wouldn’t have been able to achieve these outstanding results without the first class support we received.”
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A number of policies are in place to make bin collections as easy as possible and a bulky collection service is provided for ratepayers who need to dispose of unwanted larger household items like furniture. An assisted lift service for householders who are physically unable to present their bin at kerbside for collection is available.
Additional disposal of waste will be provided to households with 6 or more permanent residents or for those with a medical condition that causes additional volumes of waste to be generated. The waste education team will also visit community groups or organisations, including older people’s groups, to talk about waste and recycling. For further information on these services please contact 028 9250 9453.
There are many opportunities for older people to get involved in a leisure activity and there are an abundance of classes or projects available. There is a 50+ Activity Morning held every Wednesday at the Lagan Valley LeisurePlex from 9.30am - 12.15pm.
Dundonald International Ice Bowl offers a discounted rate of £2 to those over 60 for a game of tenpin bowling Monday - Friday 10.00am-1.00pm. Golf Coaching Programmes for those aged 50+ are also on offer by contacting Castlereagh Hills Golf Course on 028 9044 8477.
Lough Moss Leisure Centre has a number of classes available including Aerobics on Tuesdays from 10.30am - 11.30am; Zumba Gold on Wednesdays from 10.30am - 11.30am and Yoga for 60+ on Thursdays from 12noon - 1.00pm.
Glenmore Activity Centre offers classes such as the 50+ circuits class every Tuesday at 11.00am and 50+ Pilates every Friday at 11.00am for just £2. You can even get a cup of tea or coffee as a small reward after the hard work.
Kilmakee Activity Centre offers a great variety of classes for older people during the week and at weekends. This includes Fitness Suite Sessions which run from 9.00am - 10.30pm Monday to Friday and from 9.00am - 4.30pm on Saturdays.
The Council runs a Senior Gym Project whereby three months free gym membership in any leisure facility is available and a qualified fitness instructor will tailor a fitness programme for those who wish to sign up for the Senior Gym Project. Through the C-Saw Initiative, Home Safety Programmes will be organised throughout the year to advise senior citizens about risks within the home including safety and personal well-being.
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In order to ensure that all residents have the opportunity to get involved with various services provided by the Council, this issue of CityWide looks at services provided to assist senior members in the community.
Jean was suffering from a serious illness some 15 years ago and had to attend hospital for treatment for several months. At that time Jean was offered a volunteer driver and as Jean explains ‘the volunteer came and collected me at my house, took me to hospital, waited on me and drove me back home, this took such a weight of my shoulders and I decided that if the opportunity ever arose that I would do the same for someone else.’
On Jean’s retirement some years later she was reading through the local newspaper and saw an advertisement for volunteers with the Safe & Well Project. Jean subsequently applied to become a Volunteer Befriender.
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If you have any suggestions you would like to make for improving services to senior citizens please contact us by writing to the Council using the Freepost Address which can be found at the front of this magazine.
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Launching the drugs disposal bin at Seymour Hill with the PCSP Chairman, Alderman Michael Henderson MBE and Communities Minister Mr Paul Givan MLA are Elected Members and representatives from the PSNI, The Dales Community Association, Seymour Hill and Conway Association, The Care Project and ASCERT.
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The initiative is designed to promote the removal of all prescription medication, illegal drugs and new psychoactive substances (Legal Highs) from the community. The PCSP has previously installed drugs disposal bins at Laganview Enterprise Centre, Lisburn and the Spar Shop, Ballybeen, Dundonald. Ninety per cent of the drugs handed in via these bins are prescription or over the counter medicines but illegal drugs and legal highs have also been deposited.
Alderman Michael Henderson MBE, Lisburn and Castlereagh PCSP Chairman,
Drugs Disposal BinFirst for Seymour HillA drugs disposal bin has been installed in Seymour Hill as part of an initiative to remove illegal and prescription drugs from the streets. Located outside the shops at Rowan Drive, Seymour Hill, the RAPID (Remove All Prescription and Illegal Drugs) drug disposal safe is a community safety initiative between the PCSP, PSNI, Seymour Hill and Conway Community Association, the Dales Community Association and ASCERT.
speaking about the initiative said: “We are all aware of the dangers of illegal drugs and the effects that these have in communities but prescribed drugs can equally be as dangerous in the wrong hands or if taken with other substances. I would urge the community to make use of this new service in Seymour Hill which is completely anonymous.”
All individuals depositing drugs in the disposal safe are legally protected from further investigation or prosecution.
Lisburn & Castlereagh Policing and Community Safety Partnership (PCSP) has begun installing ‘True Call’ devices into the homes of elderly and vulnerable persons across the district who have been in receipt of nuisance telephone calls.
This initiative has resulted from collaborative work involving the Department of Justice (DOJ), PSNI, the Northern Ireland Policing Board, Trading Standards, the Health and Social Care (HSC) Board and Age Sector Platform.
The true call device is a pre-programmed call blocking device that is continually updated with known scam caller telephone numbers and is an effective means of blocking calls that exploit older and vulnerable individuals. Trusted telephone numbers of family and friends are pre-programmed into the device to ensure that there is no disruption to the life of the recipients.
If you are an elderly or vulnerable resident within the area and have been receiving nuisance calls please contact the PCSP on 028 9250 9279/028 9250 9284 or email: [email protected]
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Jean had also been prompted to apply to become a befriender as she had been talking to her neighbour who said she was very lonely having been in hospital for several months and recently discharged. Jean said she would see what she could do to help. Having completed the Volunteer training and induction, Jean did as she had promised and referred her neighbour to Safe & Well and following a visit from the Coordinator Jean was matched with her neighbour as her Volunteer Befriender. That was six years ago.
The Caring Communities Safe & Well Coordinator, Sandra Glover, who has
known Jean since she first volunteered said: "Jean is an exceptional lady, very caring and considerate with a 'can do' attitude, who not only volunteers with Bryson Charitable Group but also gives of her time to volunteer with other organisations. She is an inspiration for anyone about to retire and thinking about what’s next?"
Jean would urge people to think about who your neighbours are, are they lonely, could you support them in some small way. If so, don’t stand back and think about becoming a Volunteer Befriender. Jean said: "I can thoroughly recommend it."
Do you know that Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council is developing an Oil Stamp Scheme?
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Applications forms can be found online
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If you decide at the end of the trial that reusable nappies are suitable for your lifestyle then the Council will refund you £30 if you submit your receipt for any spend over £50 getting your own reusable nappy kit.
Every second Wednesday of the month there is a Reusable Nappy support group meeting in the Island Centre in Lisburn. This takes place from 10.30am - 1.30pm. For more information please visit the Council website.
Reusable NappiesThe Council is delighted to be able to offer local residents the opportunity to try reusable nappies for their little ones. If you are interested in reusable nappies then why not take part in a two week trial at no cost to yourself.
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Pictured with Alderman James Tinsley, Vice-Chair of the Environmental Services Committee are: (l-r) Mrs Lee; Sarah O'Donnell; Alison Pollock and Katie Morton from the Library Group along with babies Matthew Tinsley, Timothy O'Donnell and Lilley Morton.
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For further information or for details on all outlets and oil distributors taking part in the Oil Stamp Scheme, please contact the Council’s Building Control Service on 028 9250 9372 or visit the Council website.
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The sticker will show the standard of hygiene found when the food business is inspected. At the bottom of this scale is ‘0’ - this means urgent improvement is necessary. At the top of the scale is ‘5’ - this means the hygiene standards are very good. From October, consumers will see a big increase in the number of food businesses displaying their ratings. Council Officers will be visiting food businesses to ensure that valid window stickers are being displayed.
Food Hygiene ratings can also be viewed online at www.lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk For more information email: [email protected] or call 028 9049 4640.
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This Scheme helps residents start to save and collect stamps on a saving scheme card to help with the purchase of oil fills during the winter heating period.
The Oil Stamps will be on sale at participating outlets across the Council area at a cost of £5.00. Stamps can be purchased, collected and stored on a Council Scheme Card, which can be used for payment or part payment for a fill of domestic home heating oil.
The Scheme will supplement the current Affordable Warmth project which the Council manages in partnership with the Department for Communities and NIHE, to improve the thermal efficiencies of the houses across the Council area.
To determine your eligibility for the Affordable Warmth Scheme an officer will assess the property and identify measures to improve the energy efficiency of the building.
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Under the Fouling of Land by Dogs (Lisburn & Castlereagh) Order 2016 it is an offence to fail to clean up after a dog that defecates in parks and open spaces that are open to the public.
The Order will not apply to a person who: (i) is registered as blind in Northern Ireland in a register maintained by or on behalf of a health and social services trust;(ii) is registered as a blind person in a register compiled under Section 29 of the NationalAssistance Act 1948; or(iii) has a disability which affects his mobility, manual dexterity, physical coordination or ability to lift, carry or otherwise move everyday objects, in respect of a dog trained by Dogs for the Disabled, Support Dogs or Canine Partner for Independence and upon which he relies for assistance.
Anyone issued with a fixed penalty fine and fails to pay it will be taken to court and this can result in costs up to £1,000.
The Council undertook a pilot scheme in the
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Laurelhill area throughout September to tackle dog fouling in partnership with Dogs Trust. Councillor James Baird, Chairman of the Council’s Environmental Services Committee, speaking about this campaign, said: “The Council is delighted to have the opportunity to work alongside Dogs Trust to raise awareness of the importance of dog walkers and dog owners cleaning up after their dogs. As the campaign states ‘any bin will do’ and the Council will ensure all its street bins in the area are clearly marked to promote this fact and for the use by dog walkers.
“Throughout the year, the Council carries out routine patrols and undertakes spot checks in urban and rural areas across the City to ensure that people are being responsible and ‘scooping the poop’. Anyone failing to clean up after their dog will be fined if observed by a Council Dog Warden or a member of the public who can then report the offence to the Council,” concluded Councillor Baird.
Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council would urge residents to please report dog fouling issues and help the Council cut this problem down by calling 028 9049 4500 to help the Council keep local communities clean.
Councillor James Baird, Chairman of the Environmental Services Committee is pictured with pups Benny and Mia alongside Karen Matthews, Almost Home Animal Rescue and Joanne MacAskill, Senior Dog Warden.
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Dog owners who allow their dogs to foul in the streets without adequately picking it up will now face an £80 fine under the new Council’s legislative powers. This is an increase of £30 and it is hoped this increased fine will be a sufficient deterrent for those small number of dog owners and walkers who fail to scoop the poop when walking their dog.
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Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council has successfully rehomed 95 dogs either directly from its Dog Pound or via local
animal sanctuaries since April 2016.
There has been a very positive response from residents wishing to give these loving animals a second chance in a loving home. The Council promotes all dogs that arrive in its care on its Facebook page to secure a new home for them and many of those who rehomed dogs have shared pictures with the Council of the dogs in their new homes.
In September the Council’s Dog Wardens rescued a female dog and her five pups that had been abandoned at a busy roadside in Lisburn. Regrettably due to injuries one pup had to be euthanized but the remaining four pups and their mother were given to Almost Home Animal Rescue to care for. When the pups (named Fernando, Mia, Trouper and Benny) were ready to be rehomed the Council called in to see them and their mum, Honey.
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While dogs are staying in the CouncilDog Pound the staff endeavour to ensurethey have access to clean soft blankets. As you can imagine a number can be needed in thecourse of a day due to accidents etc. If you have any spare blankets, duvets, towels or duvet covers please drop them into the Council Dog Pound between 12.30pm and 2.30pm Monday to Friday.
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Food Waste Recycle from Home THEUNUSUAL SUSPECTS
For more information on household recycling:- Tel: 028 9250 9453Email: [email protected]/recycling
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The Council is committed to ensuring that its residents can recycle more than ever through their bin and box collections.
In September ‘The Unusual Suspects’ campaign was launched and the purpose was to promote the increased number of items from around the home that can be recycled. Many people regularly recycle items from the kitchen such as cereal boxes and juice cartons but what about from the bathroom and bedroom?
Householders can now recycle all ‘The Unusual Suspects’ such as:• Shampoo and conditioner bottles• Cleaning products with the trigger spray top attached• Hand Soap dispensers• Hairspray and deodorant cans• Cardboard toilet rolls, toothpaste boxes and tissue boxes• Wax coated cartons• All plastic yoghurt tubs, butter tubs, clean meat and fruit tubs along with your egg boxes.
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Enclosed with this copy of Citywide you will have received a food waste leaflet for information.
It is very important that you recycle as much of your food waste as possible to do your bit for the environment. The recycled food materials are converted into compost, which is a good source of nutrients for plants and flowers.
Did you know that in your brown bin alongside your teabags, egg shells and vegetable peels you can recycle:
• Takeaway pizza boxes• Wet or dirty paper and card• Cold ashes• Shredded paper• Garden waste
The Council provides each household with a free kitchen starter kit (kitchen caddy, liners and red tag). If you do not have one then please collect one from:
• Civic Headquarters, Lagan Valley Island, Lisburn, BT27 4RL• The Cutts Recycling Centre, Derriaghy, BT17 9HN• Central Services Depot, Altona Road, Lisburn, BT27 5QB• Drumlough Recycling Centre, Hillsborough, BT26 6QA• Carryduff Recycling Centre, Comber Road, BT8 8AN• Bradford Court, Upper Galwally, BT8 6RB
CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY REFUSE COLLECTION ARRANGEMENTS
The following arrangements have been made for kerbside collections of recyclables and landfill waste over the holiday period:
Collections normally made on: Will be collected:
Mon 26th Dec 2016 Sat 24th Dec 2016
Bins & Boxes will be collected
Mon 2nd Jan 2017 Sat 31st Dec 2016
Bins only will be collected. Kerbie box collection unaffected.
Please ensure you leave your bins and boxes out for 7.00am.
Further information is available online at www.lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk/bins or email: [email protected] or phone 028 9267 3417.
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