Excellence in Local Government Awards Shortlist Announced

15th August 2014

Chambers Ireland has today announced the shortlist for the 2014 Excellence in Local Government Awards.

The Awards are held in association with the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government and sponsored by AECOM, EirGrid, The European Recycling Platform, Fáilte Ireland and Tipperary Crystal.

Announcing the shortlist, Ian Talbot, Chief Executive, Chambers Ireland said, “Local Authorities have undergone significant changes in recent years but one constant is the standard of work being carried out across the country on a daily basis. We are proud to host these awards to recognise best practice in Local Government and I would like to congratulate everyone who applied and, in particular, those on the shortlist.”

Commenting on the shortlisted nominees, Mr. Alan Kelly, T.D., Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government said, “At a time of great change and transition for Local Authorities, this shortlist highlights their continued commitment to excellence in supporting the local community and economy. The innovative way in which they go about their work is evident from the impressive standard of entries. I am delighted that my Department is once again supporting these awards which allow us to pay tribute to the exceptional work done by Local Authorities.”

The Awards will take place on Thursday 13th November in the Ballsbridge Hotel, Pembroke Road, Dublin 4. There will be a total of 13 awards presented across a variety of categories including: Supporting Active Communities; Local Authority Innovation; Health & Wellbeing and Local Authority Economic Efficiencies. A special award will also be presented for Local Authority of the Year.

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