Borough Life // May 2024

Saturday 22 June

10am – 5pm

Jordanstown Loughshore Park

Additional family fun and entertainment at Hazelbank Park

10am Military Village and Civilian Village open

10.30am Drumhead Service at Whiteabbey War Memorial

11am Military Parade from Whiteabbey War Memorial to Jordanstown Loughshore Park

11.45am Gun Salute

11.55am Red Arrows Aerial Display

12.30–4.30pm Music from the Victory Rollers and the Threemilewater Orchestra

Military Demonstrations

STEM Competition for younger people

Military and Civilian stalls and stands

2pm Battle of Britain Memorial Flight Aerial Display

4.30pm Beating Retreat

5pm Close

*Please note all timings are subject to change

To keep up to date with the Armed Forces Day programme and for more information including parking arrangements visit

antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/armedforcesday

How to Contact Us

We provide lots of services and facilities for our residents and customers to enjoy and there are many reasons why you may want to contact us. Whether you are booking a class, enquiring about an event, paying your dog licence or reporting a missed bin, we want your experience to be as easy as possible.

Arts & Culture

Want to book a theatre show or get tickets for an event? Simply book online at antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/events

Got a query? Contact our Hub on:

• Live Chat (look for the purple chat icon on our webpage)

• E. culture@antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk

• T. 0300 123 7788

The team is available to help you

• Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm

• Saturday and Sunday, 10am–5pm

This Customer Hub will also operate on the evenings of theatre shows and events.

Business

For business support and advice E. investment@antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk

Leisure

Visit antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/leisure or the ANBorough app to book your leisure class or activity.

For queries including membership packages contact our Leisure Hub on:

• Live Chat (look for the purple chat icon on our webpage)

• E. more@antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk (general enquiries)

• E. leisurebookings@antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk (extended bookings and pitch bookings)

• T. 0300 123 1580

The team is available to help you

• Monday to Thursday, 8am–8pm

• Friday, 8am–6pm

• Saturday and Sunday, 10am–4pm

Other ways to contact us

We now have one telephone number for our Customer Service Team at both Antrim Civic Centre and Mossley Mill. You can call us on T. 0300 123 4568, Monday to Friday, 8.30am–5pm.

Our Planning section can be contacted on T. 0300 123 6677

Our Recycling Centres and Waste department can be contacted on T. 028 9034 0056

(Our telephone numbers are charged at local rate.)

Visit antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk or use the ANBorough app to:

• Access your leisure membership

• Check your bin collection date

• Contact your local Councillor

• Pay your dog licence

• Request a bulky waste collection

• Submit a building control application

• Report a complaint online

Follow us on social media to keep up to date with Council news and events.

ANBorough

For jobs in the Borough, visit ANBoroughJobs

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Mayor's Message

Welcome to the summer edition of Borough Life, our residents’ magazine which keeps you up to date with Council news and events.

Now that spring has finally sprung, we have an extensive events portfolio lined up for the months ahead. Our flagship event, Garden Show Ireland returns to Antrim Castle Gardens to bring you a festival of flowers, food and fun, see page 3 for details.

Northern Ireland’s Armed Forces Day is set to transform Jordanstown Loughshore Park on Saturday 22 June where the Red Arrows are set to dazzle with a nine-aircraft aerobatic display as part of their 60th Diamond Season – this is an event not to be missed, see page 2.

We have some other great news to share with you, including the opening of Hazelbank Sensory Garden, as well as the progression of our new flexible workspaces in Antrim and Glengormley.

Finally, it has been a pleasure to hold the position of Mayor and as my term comes to a close, I would like to thank all of the groups, businesses and individuals who make our Borough a better place to live, work and visit.

I hope you have an enjoyable summer.

Councillor Mark Cooper BEM Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey

Make a Splash at Antrim Forum

The wait is over! We’re excited to announce that Antrim Forum’s main swimming pool is now open following its refurbishment.

You’ll notice we’ve installed a brand new changing facility with more showers, family and accessible cubicles, new lockers and vanity areas. Plus, there’s been work carried out on the new pool lining and pool decks, giving the pool a fresh and updated new look.

Work on the learner pool is still in progress and is expected to reopen mid-May.

If you’re interested in learning to swim, visit antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk /more-swim-school or to view the latest pool timetables, visit antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/swimming

MORE Investment

Over the past two years, Antrim Forum has received £2.5m investment, including a new fitness suite and studios, providing a first-class leisure facility for everyone to enjoy. The refurbishment works on the athletics track will also complete later this summer.

Keep an eye on our website and social media pages for updates.

Are you a keen gardener? If so, why not get involved in this year's Best Kept Garden Competition, where you can showcase your beautiful garden in one or more of our seven categories?

Entries will be accepted from 13 May until 22 July 2024. For more information and full details, visit antrimandnewtownabbey. gov.uk/bestkeptgarden

Local Children Explore Hazelbank Sensory Garden

The Sensory Garden at Hazelbank Park has now reopened in its new location.

Described as a ‘playground’ for the senses, the garden is a valuable tool for children and adults with autism, dementia and other sensory needs.

Children can discover different textures from touch panels, identify plant species, the calming sounds of wind chimes, a mini-beast hotel, which are all designed to enhance nature-based learning activities.

This garden is open from dawn to dusk. Our other sensory garden is located in Antrim Castle Gardens and another sensory garden is planned to open in Ballyclare very soon.

For more information on our inclusive activities, visit antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk /accessibility

Explore the Coronation Garden this Summer!

Have you had the chance to wander through the Coronation Garden yet? This majestic masterpiece, located in Hazelbank Park, is a tribute to the King’s Coronation and is truly a sight to behold.

The garden is approaching its first anniversary since its official opening by King Charles III and Queen Camilla in May 2023. Plans are underway to establish a dedicated 'Friends of Coronation Garden Group' who will assist the gardening team in horticultural tasks, as well as organising a variety of events for the local community.

Designed by Diarmuid Gavin, the garden gives visitors the chance to relax from the hustle and bustle of life with a good book or enjoy walking through the garden’s lush greenery, blooming flowers and peaceful atmosphere – it’s the perfect spot to enjoy nature’s beauty.

The Coronation Garden is open from dawn to dusk.

If you are interested in joining the Friends of Coronation Garden Group

E. parksadmin@antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk

New Tourism Social Channels!

We are delighted to introduce our brandnew tourism social media channels dedicated to showcasing the wonders of Antrim and Newtownabbey!

Whether you’re seeking thrills, exploring history or planning a perfect family day out, these channels serve as your ultimate guide to adventure and discovery!

Get ready to uncover breathtaking landscapes, delve into rich history, and create unforgettable memories with your loved ones. From adrenalinepumping activites to leisurely strolls through our parks and historic sites, there’s something for everyone in Antrim and Newtownabbey.

VisitAntrimNewtownabbey

Summer Events

18-26May 2024

soap box derby

family fun days

Cooking with Paula McIntyre

kids entertainment It’s a Knockout markets car show amusements CÈilidh tractor gathering Horse Fair come along and enjoy

4000 Local People Benefit From Our Labour Market Partnership

More than 4,000 people engaged directly with the activities and programmes of our Labour Market Partnership in 2023/2024.

This outstanding milestone was achieved through our varied programme of employability and skills focussed activities, including job fairs, training & employment academies, and post-primary school careers fairs.

Mayor, Councillor Mark Cooper BEM said: “This astounding number of participants is testament to the hard work and dedication of our Labour Market Partnership. Working with key local stakeholders on the Partnership including Northern Regional College, Northern Health Trust, Jobs and Benefits Office, Department for Communities and Local Enterprise Agencies, we have engaged directly with more than 4,000 people and have supported more than 250 people into employment or a new qualification. I encourage residents who are eligible to get in touch with the team.”

For further information E. LMP@antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk

Connecting Schools and Employers

In January’s edition of Borough Life we introduced you to 'Work Experience 2024', an innovative work experience initiative for post-primary school students in the Borough, initiated by the Council and delivered by Workplus.

This specialised programme supports students in applying for work experience placements across diverse industries with a range of employers.

Employers from a diverse range of industries and sectors were invited to participate, along with all post-primary schools in the Borough. As a result of this tailored programme, students

from mainstream and Special Educational Needs Schools were successfully placed in a range of fields including Engineering, Hospitality, Education, Retail and Digital Technology.

The programme is helping employers build confidence to create work experience programmes, offering them a platform to showcase their business. As a result, this mutually beneficial initiative will give students valuable exposure to the wide range of exciting business and career pathways available in our Borough and beyond, and help build a pipeline of future talent for employers.

To find out more or to get involved E. business@antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk

Work experience student Jude helping the Council’s Marketing Team launch the Sensory Garden at Hazelbank

New Workspace Gathering Momentum in Glengormley

Mayor, Councillor Mark Cooper BEM and Minister for Communities, Gordon Lyons MLA were recently joined by Levelling Up representatives for the first sod cutting at the Workspace Hub in Glengormley.

Earlier this year, contractor Connolly and Fee Ltd was officially appointed to commence work on our new state-of-the-art, flagship workspace building in Glengormley. This will be the second workspace project in the Borough as work continues to progress at the Antrim site.

This milestone is a major step forward in the Council’s ambitious initiative to support the revitalisation of Glengormley

Town Centre, making the most of £3.8m investment from the UK Government’s Levelling Up Fund.

This signature building due to open in early 2026, will serve as a modern, flexible workspace offering an ideal environment for start-ups, entrepreneurs, existing and growing businesses, whilst also providing meeting areas and event facilities.

Residents will have already noticed improvements to the town centre including the renovation of the shop front facades on Glenwell Road and a new right hand turn lane at Glenwell Road / Antrim Road / Church Road junction, improving traffic flow in the town.

A significant public realm scheme will also be commencing in early 2025 and will include new footpaths, street furniture, lighting and increased pedestrian space along with the upgrade of Farmley Car Park which will start later in 2024.

The Antrim workspace, centrally located on Antrim High Street will open later this year. Antrim Enterprise Agency will operate the new workspace on behalf of the Council, which will be an exciting new addition to their business accommodation portfolio. The development of this new 16,000sq.ft. modern workspace will transform a vacant space into an entrepreneurial hub in the heart of the town centre.

For more details E. investment@antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk

Sod cutting ceremony at the new Workspace Hub located in Glengormley town centre. (L-R) Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Councillor Mark Cooper BEM, Minster for Communities, Gordon Lyons MLA, Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council Chief Executive, Richard Baker GM, Area Lead, Department for Levelling Up, Jenny Martin and Deputy Area Lead, Department for Levelling Up, Alex Hollywood

Projected Rates Expenditure 2024/25

The Council applied a modest rates increase of 4.97% to the district rates, one of the lowest rate increases across all Councils in Northern Ireland.

Recognising the financial pressures on households and businesses the Council is focused on maintaining the lowest rate possible, whilst delivering high quality services to the ratepayers and residents of the Borough.

The chart outlines the breakdown of the district rate which is set by the Council. The second part of your rates is the regional rate which is set by the Northern Ireland Assembly.

Go Succeed Supports 400 Businesses

Businesses and entrepreneurs joined together at Mossley Mill for an exciting Go Succeed insight event. The support service, funded by the UK Government's Levelling Up Fund, is proving highly successful with more than 400 businesses and entrepreneurs already on board in the Borough!

With guest speakers from Enterprise NI and Deirdre Fitzpatrick Associates, the promotional breakfast event showcased three pillars of the Go Succeed programme – Start, Grow and Scale – designed to meet the unique needs of each entrepreneur and business within the Borough regardless of size or journey stage.

For more information visit www.go-succeed.com

Have you noticed a new buzz about your town lately? Over the last few months, Council has been promoting its five town centres thanks to funding from the Department for Communities (DfC).

Dubbed #EmbraceYourTown, this campaign is designed to celebrate the diversity and vitality of our five town centres; Antrim, Ballyclare, Crumlin, Glengormley and Randalstown. Through a series of videos, each town’s unique offering is brought to life inviting both locals and visitors to explore and support our town centre businesses.

Out and About With the Mayor

Signing of the Armed Forces Covenant

Jordanstown School BDA Presentation

Launch of Armed Forces Day 2024

Celebrating International Women’s Day 2024, with guest speaker, Marissa Callaghan (Northern Ireland Women’s Football Captain)

Holocaust Memorial Day

Snooker champion Mark Allen hosted his first fundraiser in Theatre at The Mill

Work commences on the new 3G pitch at Dixon Park Ballyclare, home ground of Ballyclare Comrades Football Club

Unveiling of the Northern Ireland Prison Service Memorial in Ballyclare

Peace Heroines Exhibition comes to Museum at The Mill

Freedom of the Borough Ceremony for former Chief Executive, Mrs Jacqui Dixon MBE DL

The Mayor's Black Tie Charity Ball in aid of RVH Liver Support Group

Opening of the re-imagined Museum at The Mill

Celebrating Gareth and Gerard Harman’s retirement after 62 years in Antrim

Opening of Sixmile Hub

Voluntary Groups – Fit for a King!

As a testament to their impactful contributions to their respective communities, Muckamore Parish Development Association (MPDA) and Mayfield Village Community Association are the first groups in the Borough to be awarded the prestigious King’s Award for Voluntary Service.

For the past 16 years, MPDA has carried out a range of projects which have positively impacted their local community, particularly in the Ballycraigy area. The group has been instrumental in providing essential community services, ranging from sensory play for children with additional needs to one-to-one support services. They work to improve the wellbeing of both families and individuals by collaborating with and signposting to local services,

providing a foodbank, hosting an after-school club and establishing the Muckamore Friendship Group for older people. MPDA also offer skills and training to improve employability and youth activities to build resilience and improve life and health outcomes.

Meanwhile, Mayfield Village Community Association has been carrying out a wide range of community projects in Mayfield and the surrounding areas for the past 17 years. From the provision of a community fridge to educational programs, volunteering opportunities for young people, organisation of community events, promotion of mental health initiatives, delivery of their MYPAL youth project and offering a signposting service to other community

support services, the association has brought about tangible improvements to the lives of local residents. Through the efforts of the group, residents of Mayfield have benefited from a reduction in food and fuel poverty, social isolation and loneliness.

The Council hosted special events for both groups where they were presented the King's Award by the Lord-Lieutenant of County Antrim, Mr David McCorkell KStJ.

Created in 2002 to celebrate Queen Elizabeth II’s Golden Jubilee and previously known as The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service (QAVS), the Award has been shining a light on the fantastic work of voluntary groups from all across the UK for many years.

Muckamore Parish Development Association (MPDA)

Mayfield Village Community Association

School Uniform Re-Use

The School Uniform Re-Use Scheme, which has been a huge success in recent years, will be relaunched ahead of the summer holidays. Delivered in partnership with local community organisations across the Borough, last year the scheme saw an amazing 7,500 good quality items donated to local families.

School uniforms are both costly for families and the waste generated from their production is vast. Children quickly outgrow their school uniforms and most often a perfectly good school uniform will end up in landfill as it no longer fits.

Why not let our School Uniform ReUse Scheme help you save both the planet and your wallet? If your child has outgrown their school uniform, consider passing it on to one of our schemes. While donating, you can also pick up a new one for them.

Keep an eye on our website for information on opening times and locations of your nearest participating scheme at antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk /uniform

Community Advice

Community Advice Antrim & Newtownabbey (CAAN, formerly Citizens Advice) is an independent charity that has been providing a confidential and free advice service to people across the Borough for almost 60 years.

They provide advice and support on a wide range of matters, including:

• Money matters such as cost of living issues and benefit entitlement

• Debt and budgeting

• Employment rights

• Housing issues

• Consumer rights

• Challenging benefit decisions

• Representation at appeal tribunals

• Immigration.

Each year the charity deals with over 40,000 enquiries from people across the Borough, helping to generate income of over £8million for individuals and families.

CAAN also works in partnership with others to provide emergency support in times of crisis. If you’re struggling to make ends meet, please give them a call. They can support you via:

028 9590 6505 advice@advicean.com at www.communityadvicean.co.uk at their two main offices in Antrim and Newtownabbey along with multiple outreaches across the Borough.

For more information visit www.communityadvicean.co.uk

Optimise Your Food Caddy

For a fresher, cleaner home and a greener planet, here are some quick tips to optimise your food caddy use:

• Line it up: Use compostable liners to lock in smells and prevent mess.

• Stay empty: Change your liner every 3-4 days, especially in warmer weather, to keep odours at bay.

• Don’t overfill: Don't let it reach the lid; keep space to twist the bag and contain the waste.

• Keep a lid on it: Keeping the lid closed will keep flies out and odours in.

• Keep it clean: Like any bin, your caddy will need TLC too. You can even try lemon juice to keep it germ-free and smelling sweet.

• Cool and dark: Store your caddy away from heat and light eg. under your sink, to minimise smells.

• Neutralise with baking soda: Sprinkle some bicarbonate of soda in the bottom of the caddy to neutralise odours quickly.

• Drip defence: Place kitchen roll at the bottom to absorb drips and spills.

• Cool before you dump: Let hot items cool down to avoid excess moisture and fruit flies.

• Keep it in the family: Ensure everyone in your household knows what can and can’t go in the food waste bin!

Keep it fresh, keep it green!

It’s

Only Fair!

We are proud to be a Fairtrade Community and are committed to promoting and using fairly traded products across the Borough.

Fairtrade embodies the principle of ensuring fair compensation for those who produce the goods we purchase. Often, only a fraction of the retail price reaches the hands of the producers, particularly in the case of imports from economically disadvantaged regions.

When you're shopping for fruit, chocolate, or even coffee, why not opt for Fairtrade options? Your choice can positively impact the livelihoods of those behind the products.

As a Borough and Community, we are proud to have a growing number of businesses offering Fairtrade products, so keep a look out for our new Fairtrade window stickers in your local businesses.

Do you sell Fairtrade?

Do you have a business within the Borough that sells Fairtrade products? Let us know and to help promote your business, new Fairtrade window stickers are also available.

If not, consider making the change! E. sustainability@ antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk or T. 0300 123 4568 for more information. Let's make our community fairer for all!

Ever wondered what happens to the average plastic bottle when you put it in your recycling?

From collection to transformation, here's a snapshot:

Collection

Bryson Recycling collects plastic bottles from designated recycling bins in Antrim (blue bins) and Newtownabbey (middle box of wheelie boxes)

Sorting

At the Mallusk facility, bottles are sorted from other materials like glass and paper.

Processing

The separated plastic is compacted into bales and sent to Cherry Pipes in Lurgan.

Transformation

Here, plastic bottles are reborn as durable drainage pipes, ready for reuse.

1 2 3 4

Each bottle recycled represents a step towards sustainability. By ensuring we recycle right, we reduce the impact of climate change. Let's make every bottle count! #iRecycleRight

Join the global movement of Plastic Free July to tackle plastic pollution. Challenge yourself to eliminate single-use plastic items and be part of cleaner streets, oceans, and communities. Refuse, rethink, and reduce plastic waste.

Visit www.plasticfreejuly.org for more information

Stay Food Safe this Summer

As the barbecue season heats up, it’s important to practice good food hygiene to prevent the risk of food poisoning.

Follow these tips to stay food safe when barbecuing:

• Preparation: Wash your hands and clean utensils and surfaces before grilling. Clean your barbecue thoroughly and keep food items chilled until ready to cook.

• Prevent Cross-Contamination: Store raw meats separately from ready-to-eat foods. Use different utensils and cutting boards for raw and cooked items. Wash your hands after handling raw meat.

• Safe Cooking: Ensure charcoal barbecues have hot coals before cooking. Cook meat thoroughly, rotating regularly to avoid burning.

• Check Meat Thoroughly: Ensure processed meat is steaming hot throughout, with no pink meat visible and that juices run clear before serving.

• Handling Leftovers: Cover and cool cooked food quickly and refrigerate within two hours. Consume leftovers within 48 hours and reheat only once.

For more advice visit www.food.gov.uk/bbq

Care in the Sun

Skin cancer is the most common cancer in Northern Ireland despite its moderate climate, largely due to overexposure to Ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun. The solar UV index indicates the level of UV radiation reaching us. When the index is three or higher, protection is crucial. Here are some top tips on how you can take care in the sun:

• Stay in the shade between 11am and 3pm

• Cover up

• Wear a broad-brim hat

• Wear glasses with 100% UV protection

• Wear sun cream with SPF15 or higher.

For more details visit www.careinthesun.org

Gardening

Safety

It’s great to savour the summer months spending time outdoors with friends and family. Whether lounging together or working in the garden, safety should never be compromised:

• Ensure pathways and steps are well lit and any damage is repaired.

• Only use barbecues, fire-pits or chimineas outdoors and never leave children unsupervised near them.

• Outside lighting should be waterproof and rated for outdoor use.

• Avoid decanting chemicals into other containers.

• Use tools as instructed, be aware of those around you and wear proper protective gear.

• Install safety guards on power tools and use power breakers for electrical safety.

• When working at height, use stable ladders and platforms, checking weight. ratings and conditions beforehand.

Dog Watch Bounds into Doagh

Doagh Village has become the first ‘Dog Watch’ area in the Borough. Working closely with the Doagh Village Residents’ Association, the Council identified the need for proactive measures to tackle dog fouling in the area. The Council’s Enforcement Team then conducted surveys and patrols in Doagh Village, supported by the installation of informative signage throughout the area. To facilitate responsible waste disposal, new dog bag dispensers were also installed in various locations throughout the village and a ‘Meet the Team’ event allowed residents to learn more about ‘Dog Watch’.

What is ‘Dog Watch’?

‘Dog Watch’ is an appeal to community groups and residents, encouraging engagement with our enforcement team to help address dog fouling in our Borough.

If you live in a residential area which is badly impacted by dog fouling and believe it could benefit from the ‘Dog Watch’ campaign, get in touch. T. 028 9034 0160 or E. envhealth@antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk

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Meet Your Councillors

Our new feature goes behind the scenes at Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council with a closer look at your elected representatives. This edition sees the Councillors from the Airport DEA answer the ‘Borough Life: Meet Your Councillors’ questions.

Alderman Paul Michael bem

DEA: Airport Party: UUP

Tell us a bit about your background.

I was born and educated in the Borough where I still live and work.

What makes Antrim and Newtownabbey special to you?

Antrim and Newtownabbey has so much to offer with first-class leisure provision, parks and open spaces for all the family.

Councillor Maighréad Ní Chonghaile

DEA: Airport Party: Sinn Féin

Tell us a bit about your background.

I was raised in North Belfast. I attended Ulster University, and graduated with a degree in Irish before going on to earn a postgraduate certificate in Education. I took on a teaching role in Newtownabbey in 2008 and was appointed as principal of the Gaelscoil in 2012.

What makes Antrim and Newtownabbey special to you?

Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough is where I now live and work. I enjoy being a member of CLG Naomh Éanna, and helping to improve

How do you like to spend your time outside of your role as a councillor?

I love the country way of life, shooting, fishing and walking my dogs. Tell us something that people may not know about you.

I am a middle child and I believe in middle child syndrome and its traits. My older brother and younger sister both have middle names, where I do not. One personality trait of a middle child that sums me up is being a mediator in a situation and always wanting fairness.

living standards, services and ammenities for the people in the Borough.

How do you like to spend your time outside of your role as a councillor?

I love spending time with my son Oisín who is currently studying for his A Levels, and my partner, travelling when we can. I also enjoy shopping and relaxing with my mother and girlfriends.

Tell us something that people may not know about you.

I have held a driving licence for many years but I still drive around the country avoiding motorways!

Councillor

Andrew McAuley

DEA: Airport Party: Alliance

Tell us a bit about your background.

I have always lived in the Borough. I have three children aged from 5 to 14. For almost 30 years, I worked in our family business supplying office furniture, refurbishments and fit-outs, however, during Covid I decided on a change and ended up becoming a stay at home dad. I then took on my role as a Councillor.

What makes Antrim and Newtownabbey special to you?

Antrim and Newtownabbey is special to me because it has so much to offer. From a thriving portfolio of businesses to vibrant

Councillor

Anne Marie Logue

DEA: Airport Party: Sinn Féin

Tell us a bit about your background.

I was born in London and raised in Donegal. I have lived in the Borough for 25 years and have two children and two grandchildren.

What makes Antrim and Newtownabbey special to you?

It has to be the people and the ethnic diversity which helps shape our communities. This was particularly evident through Covid when people from every background came together to support one another.

towns and villages, there is so much to see and do on our doorstep, accessible to everyone.

How do you like to spend your time outside of your role as a councillor?

In my spare time, I like to walk or hike. Antrim Castle Gardens, Hazelbank and the Belfast Hills (Glas-na-Bradan) are a few of my favourite spots.

Tell us something that people may not know about you.

I love the cinema, in particular sci-fi movies and thrillers. My favourite movie of all time is Star Wars - Return of the Jedi – the first movie I ever saw in the cinema, the opening sequence had me hooked!

How do you like to spend your time outside of your role as a councillor?

I love the outdoors, the beach is my happy place! I enjoy going to the gym and I am a keen horticulturist who can often be found in the garden.

Tell us something that people may not know about you.

I am a heart failure specialist nurse. I have been nursing for 29 years both in London and Northern Ireland.

Your Councillors

KEY ABBREVIATIONS

DUP Democratic Unionist Party

IND Independent

SDLP Social Democratic and Labour Party

UUP Ulster Unionist Party

ANNE MARIE LOGUE SINN FÉIN

T. 07533 353610

E. annemarie.logue@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

Airport District Electoral Area (DEA)

COVERS ALDERGROVE, CLADY, CRUMLIN, MALLUSK AND TEMPLEPATRICK.

MATTHEW MAGILL DUP

T. 07825 374019

E. matthew.magill@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

ANDREW MCAULEY ALLIANCE

T. 07775 756466

E. andrew.mcauley@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

PAUL MICHAEL bem UUP

T. 07587 657120

E. paul.michael@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

MAIGHRÉAD NÍ CHONGHAILE SINN FÉIN

T. 07827 286768

E. maighread.nichonghaile@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

Antrim District Electoral Area (DEA)

COVERS ANTRIM CENTRE, FOUNTAIN HILL, GREYSTONE, SPRINGFARM, STEEPLE AND STILES.

PAUL DUNLOP bem DUP

T. 07771 554652

E. paul.dunlop@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

NEIL KELLY ALLIANCE

T. 07545 992615

E. neil.kelly@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

ROISIN LYNCH SDLP

T. 07827 276840

E. roisin.lynch@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

LUCILLE O'HAGAN SINN FÉIN

T. 07827 286769

E. lucille.ohagan@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

JOHN SMYTH DUP

T. 07436 582180

E. john.smyth@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

Ballyclare District Electoral Area (DEA)

COVERS BALLYCLARE EAST, BALLYCLARE WEST, BALLYNURE, BALLYROBERT AND DOAGH.

JEANNIE ARCHIBALD-BROWN DUP

T. 07715 392229

E. jeannie.archibald-brown@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

LEWIS BOYLE ALLIANCE

T. 07827 286771

E. lewis.boyle@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

HELEN MAGILL DUP

T. 07827 287163

E. helen.magill@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

VERA MCWILLIAM UUP

T. 07792 477050

E. vera.mcwilliam@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

LEAH SMYTH UUP

T. 07984 030867

E. leah.smyth@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

MICHAEL STEWART IND

T. 07810 868522

E. michael.stewart@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

Glengormley Urban

Macedon

Threemilewater Airport

Antrim

Dunsilly

Ballyclare

JAY BURBANK ALLIANCE

T. 07826 513279

E. jay.burbank@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

Dunsilly District Electoral Area (DEA)

COVERS CRANFIELD, PARKGATE, RANDALSTOWN, SHILVODAN AND TOOME.

LINDA CLARKE DUP

T. 07803 132601

E. linda.clarke@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

HENRY CUSHINAN SINN FÉIN

T. 07871 229810

E. henry.cushinan@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

ANNIE O'LONE SINN FÉIN

T. 07827 286772

E. annie.olone@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

STEWART WILSON UUP

T. 07827 286774

E. stewart.wilson@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

Glengormley Urban Electoral Area (DEA)

COVERS BALLYHENRY, BURNTHILL, CARNMONEY, COLLINBRIDGE, GLEBE, GLENGORMLEY AND HIGHTOWN.

ALISON BENNINGTON DUP

T. 07741 241011

E. alison.bennington@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

PAULA BRADLEY DUP

T. 07500 870323

E. paula.bradley@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

MARK COSGROVE UUP

T. 07555 650015

E. mark.cosgrove@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

MICHAEL GOODMAN SINN FÉIN

T. 07827 818500

E. michael.goodman@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

ROSIE KINNEAR SINN FÉIN

T. 07771 544248

E. rosie.kinnear@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

JULIAN MCGRATH ALLIANCE

T. 07920 029033 E. julian.mcgrath@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

Macedon District Electoral Area (DEA)

COVERS ABBEY, CARNMONEY HILL, O’NEILL, RATHCOOLE, VALLEY AND WHITEHOUSE.

MATTHEW BRADY DUP

T. 07833 105351

E. matthew.brady@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

ROBERT FOSTER UUP

T. 07342 064510

E. robert.foster@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

BEN MALLON DUP

T. 07719 652057

E. ben.mallon@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

TAYLOR MCGRANN SINN FÉIN

T. 07436 548081

E. taylor.mcgrann@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

STAFFORD WARD IND

T. 07827 286776

E. stafford.ward@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

Threemilewater District Electoral Area (DEA)

COVERS BALLYDUFF, FAIRVIEW, JORDANSTOWN, MONKSTOWN, MOSSLEY AND ROSTULLA.

TOM CAMPBELL ALLIANCE

T. 07595 978690

E. tom.campbell@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

MARK COOPER bem DUP

T. 07771 332108

E. mark.cooper@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

STEPHEN COSGROVE UUP

T. 07909 531742

E. stephen.cosgrove@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

SAM FLANAGAN DUP

T. 07984 037509

E. sam.flanagan@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

JULIE GILMOUR ALLIANCE

T. 07796 950825

E. julie.gilmour@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

EAMONN MCLAUGHLIN SINN FÉIN

T. 07827 286775

E. eamonn.mclaughlin@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

ALLIANCE

T. 07799 866876 E. billy.webb@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

STEPHEN ROSS DUP

T. 07713 946038

E. stephen.ross@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

MAYOR

BILLY WEBB mbe jp

DEPUTY MAYOR

Holiday Arrangements

Antrim Civic Centre

Mossley Mill

Leisure Centres (Allen Park, Ballyearl)

Leisure Centres (Antrim Forum, Crumlin, Sixmile, Valley)

Sixmile Water Caravan Park

Jordanstown Loughshore Park Caravan Park

Recycling Centres (Craigmore, Crumlin, O'Neill Road)

Recycling Centres (Newpark, Bruslee)

Customer Service Hub (Switchboard)

0300 123 4568

Arts & Culture Hub

0300 123 7788

Leisure Hub

0300 123 1580

Planning 0300 123 6677

Caravan Parks

Sixmile Water: 028 9034 0137

Jordanstown Loughshore Park: 028 9034 0137

Recycling Centres & Waste

028 9034 0056

Useful Council Contacts

Park Warden: 028 9034 0275

Dog Warden: 028 9034 0160

Out of hours Dog Warden: 028 9034 0178

Contact details for Community Centres are available at antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/communitycentres

Holiday Bin Collection Dates

Have Your Say

We would welcome your feedback on our proposed priorities and ambitions within our Corporate Plan 2024-2030, as well as a Draft Action Plan relating to our Love Living Here Community Plan which extends to 2030.

To complete the surveys or for more information visit consultations. antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk or use the QR code below.

Your feedback is important to us.

Do Business With Us!

The Council procures a variety of goods and services and uses an electronic procurement portal to promote these opportunities:

eSourcingNI – e-sourcingni. bravosolution.co.uk

If you own a business make sure you take the time to sign up to this portal to ensure you do not miss any tender opportunities.

For more information

T. 028 9034 0090 or E. procurement@ antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk

Have Your Say

Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council is committed to delivering excellent services to all its residents and your feedback is important to us.

We would welcome your feedback on a number of key areas.

For competition rules visit antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk /competitionrules or these can be posted on request T. 0300 123 4568

Prize Draw

All responses received will be entered into a prize draw to win family tickets to Garden Show Ireland

survey can also be completed online at antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk /surveys

4. Overall satisfaction. Overall, how satisfied are you with services provided by Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council?

Overall satisfaction with Council services

5. Please provide your postcode. We will only use this information for data analysis.

Postcode:

6. Please provide any additional feedback below.

PRIZE DRAW

Simply complete the survey and your contact details below and return to: FREEPOST

ANTRIM AND NEWTOWNABBEY BOROUGH COUNCIL – CIVIC CENTRE

Or complete online at antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/surveys

Closing date Sunday 9 June 2024

Contact name:

Contact number:

Contact email:

For competition rules visit antrim and newtownabbey.gov.uk /competitionrules

Prize Draw

All responses received will be entered into a prize draw to win family tickets to Garden Show Ireland

For GDPR Statement visit antrim and newtownabbey.gov.uk /gdpr/communications-and-customer-services-gdpr