Published on 16 June 2026
World Refill Day is a global campaign to prevent plastic pollution. It encourages people to reduce waste and transition away from single-use plastic towards refill & reuse systems. By making simple, everyday changes like refilling bottles, cups ...
Published on 15 June 2026
Six servicemen killed at a Lisburn half marathon 38 years ago were remembered tonight (15 June 2026) at a special ceremony held at Market Place, the site of the attack. The servicemen had participated in a popular fundraising charity run ...
Published on 11 June 2026
Our Mayor, Councillor Brian Higginson has officially launched his Mayoral Charity for year ahead, announcing partnership with Air Ambulance Northern Ireland, the region’s dedicated Helicopter Emergency Medical Service (HEMS). In the year ahead, the ...
Published on 10 June 2026
Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council’s Corporate Services Committee tonight agreed a new approach to further strengthen openness and public accessibility by expanding access to all Committee meetings through recorded video content. Following a ...
Published on 08 June 2026
Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council has announced the launch of two new funding streams under its DEA Local Investment Plan 2026–27, providing a combined total of £520,000 to support and strengthen local community facilities. The Community ...
Published on 05 June 2026
Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council has today elected Councillor Brian Higginson (DUP) as the new Mayor, with Alderman Aaron McIntyre (Alliance) taking up the position of Deputy Mayor. Speaking at the Annual Meeting of Council, Mayor Higginson ...
Published on 03 June 2026
Alderman Owen Gawith, Environment and Sustainability Chair and Councillor Claire Kemp, Regeneration and Growth Chair at Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council are delighted to announce the commencement of works to increase Electric Vehicle (EV) charger ...
Published on 01 June 2026
Mayor Amanda welcomed volunteers from across Lisburn & Castlereagh to Lagan Valley Island to recognise and celebrate their hard work in carrying out litter picks throughout the council area. The event was an opportunity to thank those who give ...
Published on 29 May 2026
Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council’s business and investment mission took place at the Tower of London yesterday, an event designed to raise the profile of the region among investors, strengthen commercial relationships and foster new opportunities ...
Published on 26 May 2026
Residents across Lisburn & Castlereagh will benefit from a simpler, more consistent kerbside recycling service, following Council approval of updated household waste and recycling arrangements to be delivered in-house across the Council area. The ...
Published on 22 May 2026
Families from across the Lisburn and Castlereagh area gathered at the Garden of Reflection at Lagan Valley Island for the annual remembrance ceremony.
Published on 21 May 2026
We are inviting organisations to submit an Expression of Interest to act as a delivery partner to expand or develop inclusive summer scheme provision in the Council area. The Council is committed to providing inclusive and accessible opportunities for ...
Published on 21 May 2026
The Council’s Local Economic Partnership (LEP) has announced a £3.51 million Economic Action Plan, marking a significant investment in the area’s future growth. Ian Snowden, Permanent Secretary at the Department for the Economy, was welcomed to a ...
Published on 20 May 2026
Her Majesty The Queen has visited Royal Hillsborough, meeting local business owners, staff and community representatives as the village continues to develop as a distinctive destination within the Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council area. During ...
Published on 19 May 2026
The new Canal Boxing Academy facility was opened by the Mayor, Alderman Amanda Grehan on 18th May. Having outgrown its current location in size, facilities and function, the new building and location will offer the community a fit for purpose space ...
Published on 19 May 2026
Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council has welcomed the official reopening of Grove Activity Centre, now leased and operated by Live Life Wellbeing, marking a major milestone in the Council’s Community Asset Transfer programme. The centre was ...
Published on 18 May 2026
Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council has launched a new grant scheme to help local community organisations support people who are experiencing hardship or social exclusion. The Addressing Poverty and Social Exclusion Fund is part of the Council’s DEA ...
Published on 13 May 2026
Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council will lead a business and investment mission to London later this month, aimed at attracting inward investment, strengthening commercial partnerships and creating new economic opportunities for the region. The ...
Published on 12 May 2026
An annual beacon of summertime for Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council, the popular Royal Hillsborough Farmers Market will return to the village this summer with dates announced for Saturday 30th May, Saturday 27th June and Saturday 25th July 2026. ...
Published on 09 May 2026
Lisburn became a festive wonder on Saturday 9 May, as thousands flocked to witness the annual Mayor's Carnival Parade and Family Fun Day. This year’s carnival theme, ‘A City That Sees Everyone’, reflected the Mayor’s focus on inclusivity for people ...