As part of the ongoing commitment to regeneration, Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council have recently appointed a Design Team to undertake the design of an Environmental Improvement Scheme for Markethill.
The scheme aims to enhance streetscape; proposing to deliver new pavement treatments, lighting, enhanced shared space, street furniture, signage and decorative features. The designs will be implemented to complement the town centre experience.
We would be...More
As part of the ongoing commitment to regeneration, Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council have recently appointed a Design Team to undertake the design of an Environmental Improvement Scheme for Rathfriland.
The scheme aims to enhance streetscape; proposing to deliver new pavement treatments, lighting, enhanced shared space, street furniture, signage and decorative features. The designs will be implemented to complement the town centre experience. You can see the...More
As part of the ongoing commitment to regeneration, Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council have recently appointed a Design Team to undertake the design of an Environmental Improvement Scheme for Gilford.
The scheme aims to enhance streetscape; proposing to deliver new pavement treatments, lighting, enhanced shared space, street furniture, signage and decorative features. The designs will be implemented to complement the town centre...More
As part of the ongoing commitment to regeneration, Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council have recently appointed a Design Team to undertake the design of an Environmental Improvement Scheme, providing high quality improvements within Gilford, Markethill and Rathfriland town centres.
The schemes aim to enhance streetscape by proposing to deliver new pavement treatments, lighting, enhanced shared space, street furniture, signage and decorative features. The...More
We are seeking to gather your opinions as to your experiences at the Armagh Food and Cider Weekend 2023.
You do not need to complete all sections or questions. All the information collected will be treated anonymously. This means no one else will be able to tell who took part in the consultation. ONLY fill in your contact details at the end of the survey if you wish to receive a copy of the responses you have entered.
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Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council will develop and deliver a co-designed Local Community Action Plan under Investment Area 1.1 of the new PEACEPLUS Programme. The Action Plan will be submitted in November 2023. The programme delivery will run to the end of 2027.
The Action Plan will be centered around three core themes:
Local community regeneration and transformation
Thriving and peaceful communities
Building...More
Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council developed a Play Strategy in March 2017 to establish a framework that relates to the provision of fixed play and the development of non-fixed play, across the Borough.
At its core, the Play Strategy acknowledges that play is a natural and fundamental aspect of children and young people’s lives that supports growth and development across a range of developmental areas including:
Physical and mental...More
Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council developed a Play Strategy in March 2017 to establish a framework that relates to the provision of fixed play and the development of non-fixed play, across the Borough.
At its core, the Play Strategy acknowledges that play is a natural and fundamental aspect of children and young people’s lives that supports growth and development across a range of developmental areas including:
Physical and mental...More
On Friday 05 May 2023 we had our staff event in the Market Place Theatre. We would really value your honest feedback and ask that you take 5 minutes to complete this short survey
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On the 9 & 10 March 2023 an amber weather warning for snow & ice was issued across the Borough. The response was a collective effort from various Council departments and it is important to capture what went well and what did not.
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Lurgan Town Centre has undergone a process of dramatic change over the last decade, spearheaded by the local community and businesses working in partnership with statutory agencies.
This had resulted in a new major road, a change in the geographical business axis, a new school, major capital projects in sports centres and local businesses, and a new dynamism in the town. But in doing so Lurgan has also retained, even celebrated, its rich heritage and a...More
Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council is conducting a consultation to seek your views on its proposed Performance Improvement Objectives for 2023 to 2024.
The Local Government Act (NI) requires Councils to ensure continuous improvement whilst carrying out their functions and delivering their services. Councils are also required to set improvement objectives and put in place arrangements to achieve these.
Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough...More
Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council have appointed Arup to prepare an Active Travel Masterplan for the 13 small settlements in the Borough:
Aghagallon, Bleary, Dollingstown, Donaghcloney,
Gilford, Keady, Laurelvale/Mullavilly, Magheralin,
Markethill, Rathfriland, Richhill, T andragee
The Council has recently secured capital funding under the...More
The ABC Culture Conference: The New Cultural Geography of Smaller Places provided an opportunity for artists, activists, civic leaders, politicians, academics and creative thinkers to come together to gather, celebrate, learn and exchange during a day of discussion which explored the unique relationship between creative processes and the built environment.
A host of inspirational speakers discussed current and emerging socially engaged, sustainable, creative placemaking across the UK,...More
The ABC Culture Conference: The New Cultural Geography of Smaller Places provided an opportunity for artists, activists, civic leaders, politicians, academics and creative thinkers to come together to gather, celebrate, learn and exchange during a day of discussion which explored the unique relationship between creative processes and the built environment.
A host of inspirational speakers discussed current and emerging socially engaged, sustainable, creative placemaking...More
The people of Banbridge are invited to get their town into shape as part of an exciting initiative that will look at how Banbridge could be improved for its people.
The Banbridge Place Plan is being taken forward by the Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon Community Planning Partnership of which Council is the lead partner. This will be the second locality plan for the Borough under its new community planning remit and the partnership believes that places should be co-designed...More
Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council have commissioned Market Place Europe / Haller Clarke to conduct a scoping study and to develop a borough-wide 'market strategy'. The development of the strategy will examine:
Current market provision by undertaking a baseline assessment
Consider, compare and contrast the current market provision
Consult with key stakeholders
Provide recommendations on the future direction of market provision.
Consultation with...More
The TAK£500+ Participatory Budgeting Programme is led by the local people. Local people get to decide how public funds are used to address needs in their area and all ideas must be based around the 'Take 5 Steps to Wellbeing'.
Groups are asked to showcase their ideas to the community through a 'market stall' and members of the public will vote through the three Market Stall and Decision Making Events.
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Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council have drafted a Changing Places Policy, which includes the following:
• Priority locations for CPTs, including outdoor sites, to ensure reasonable coverage
• The provision of a portable CPT at Council led large events
• Promotion of CPTs with local businesses and communities
Changing Places Toilets (CPT) meet the needs of people with profound and multiple learning disabilities, as well...More
Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council developed a Play Strategy in March 2017 to establish a framework that relates to the provision of fixed play and the development of non-fixed play, across the Borough.
At its core, the Play Strategy acknowledges that play is a natural and fundamental aspect of children and young people’s lives that supports growth and development across a range of developmental areas including:
Physical and mental...More
Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council developed a Play Strategy in March 2017 to establish a framework that relates to the provision of fixed play and the development of non-fixed play, across the Borough.
At its core, the Play Strategy acknowledges that play is a natural and fundamental aspect of children and young people’s lives that supports growth and development across a range of developmental areas including:
Physical and mental...More
We are seeking to gather your opinions as to your experiences at the Armagh Georgian Festival 2022.
You do not need to complete all sections or questions. All the information collected will be treated anonymously. This means no one else will be able to tell who took part in the consultation. ONLY fill in your contact details at the end of the survey if you wish to receive a copy of the responses you have entered.
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PB Tak£500 was initially set up in 2020 and awarded 66 different community organisations funding to the tune of £33,000, allowing them to deliver some wonderful projects to benefit their local residents.
This project is now back for 2022 – and the support is even bigger and better than ever! Called Tak£500+ Participatory Budget Fund, community groups within the Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon area can now receive up to £1000 for a project that they think will...More
Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council developed a Play Strategy in March 2017 to establish a framework that relates to the provision of fixed play and the development of non-fixed play, across the Borough.
At its core, the Play Strategy acknowledges that play is a natural and fundamental aspect of children and young people’s lives that supports growth and development across a range of developmental areas including:
Physical and mental...More
The people of Banbridge and Dromore are being invited to give early feedback to shape their town as part of the Community Planning Partnerships new place planning process.
Council as lead partner for the partnership have collaborated with Queens University Belfast to undertake desktop review and research of socio, economic and environmental landscape of each town centre, and to understand the interactions within the town centre from those people you live, work and study in...More
Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council developed a Play Strategy in March 2017 to establish a framework that relates to the provision of fixed play and the development of non-fixed play, across the Borough.
At its core, the Play Strategy acknowledges that play is a natural and fundamental aspect of children and young people’s lives that supports growth and development across a range of developmental areas including:
Physical and mental...More
Following a request from the Environmental Committee, this survey aims to ascertain where within the Borough there is an interest in the provision of allotments.
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Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council are undertaking an 8-week public consultation on behalf of the Borough’s Age Friendly Alliance to seek comments on the ABC Age Friendly Strategy and 3 Year Action Plan and we would like you to have your say.
With the support of funding from the Public Health Agency and the commitment of other partners, we have established an Age Friendly Alliance for the Borough. The Alliance has led on the development of an Age Friendly...More
Each year Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigvon Borough Council organises activities for children to get involved in during the Easter holiday period.
Kids of all ages were able to get involved in at a wide variety of Multisports Camps organised across the Borough.
This energy bursting programme provided something for all our young borough residents to enjoy on their doorstep, with loads of fun guaranteed.
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Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council (ACBC) are working collaboratively with a range of business networks such as chamber of commerce, city centre management groups, working groups, business partnership alliance, etc to advocate on behalf of the business community, support economic growth and recovery across the borough.
These networks have been established by stakeholders who are passionate and committed to the regeneration and business development of their town...More