2.0 Key Achievements As we look ahead towards 2023, it is important that we recognise the many achievements that have been realised since we launched our Corporate Plan back in 2019. The critical support provided to our local residents and businesses has been invaluable, and made possible by the determination, adaptability and resilience of our staff and partners, particularly since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic in 2020.
Continuous improvement remains a key priority for Council. We will keep transforming how we do things to make sure that we can continue to meet the needs of our local communities, businesses and visitors alike. A snapshot of some of our key accomplishments over the past three years is provided on the opposite page.
4,185 Businesses engaged through business support programmes
290 participants in employability programmes have secured employment Work at St. Patrick’s Barracks continues to progress
Pilot Hydrogen Training Academy successfully launched
Mid and East Antrim Support Hub in its fourth year of operation #RediscoverMEA launched to bring tourism back to the Borough. Received the APSE ‘Best Service Team’ for our ‘COVID Confidence Scheme’ 5 | Performance Improvement Plan 2022 to 2023
Awarded silver in the ‘UK Council of the Year’ category and bronze in the ‘Community Focus’ category at the iESE Awards
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The PEACE programme continues to make a positive impact on the Borough
115k+ tickets sold to strategic visitor attractions
Good Relations Week continues to make a positive impact on local communities
58,000 trees planted via MEA4Tress
Youth Support Hub in its pilot year
ShopMEA app launched to support local businesses and encourage residents to shop locally Diverse Education & Training Programmes delivered
Digital transformation of key functions
