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Lord Mayor of Belfast, Councillor Niall Ó Donnghaile, provides an insight into his role and duties as mayor.Investment Package Launch
6 February 2012
It was really great to be involved in the launch of Belfast City Council`s exciting new investment package this week.
I felt proud to stand alongside the council's party group leaders to greet the First and Deputy First Ministers at Belfast's Waterfront where our ambitious plans were unveiled. Their presence - along with those representing the private sector - is absolute proof of how successful partnership working can be in producing real benefits for our local communities.
This new investment package - aimed at boosting the local economy - has already been hailed by experts for its "can do" pro-active agenda to market Belfast globally.
Through this initiative we will not only address the economic downturn, but will also be in a position to lever money in from other sources and so ensure value for money in what we do. Summed up, this is a win-win situation for local ratepayers.
Key aims of the three-year initiative are to support businesses, create employment opportunities, grow the local economy and provide economic infrastructure to ensure future competitiveness. Plans for a Waterfront conference facility are among the highlights of capital investment. This £20 million extension to the iconic Belfast Waterfront will target the lucrative business tourism market.
By showing great leadership, Belfast City Council has made its biggest single demonstration of our unity and commitment to serve the people of Belfast in the most effective and efficient way. I am proud to be Mayor at such a significant time in our city's history.
Lord Mayor's photo gallery
The Flickr gallery below shows Lord Mayor, Councillor Niall Ó Donnghaile, taking part in various events and activities as part of his role.To view the gallery, you must have Adobe Flash Player 10 installed on your computer. To start the slideshow, press the play button. If you click on a photo, you will be taken to a full description of it on our Flickr channel
