Council shortlisted for excellence awards

CHAMBERS Ireland has announced the shortlist for the Excellence in Local Government Awards 2017. 

Mayo County Council is in the running for two awards - Local Authority Innovation for Mayo – Our People, Our Place, and Health and Wellbeing for the Men on the Move initiative.

This year there are a total of 23 local authorities shortlisted in over 16 categories, ranging from Active Communities to Local Authority Innovation. 

The 2017 Excellence in Local Government Awards are sponsored by Vodafone and held in conjunction with the Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government. 

Commenting on the announcement of the shortlist, Ian Talbot, chief executive, Chambers Ireland, said: “Local authorities across Ireland deserve national recognition for the important projects that they deliver on an ongoing basis to serve the community and the local region. The shortlist for 2017 reflects the best practice work being undertaken by local authorities across Ireland and highlights the commitment shown to improving the area in which they operate.â€

The winners will be announced at the 14th annual awards ceremony on November 23 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Northwood, Santry.