Northern Ireland Local Government Association
The Northern Ireland Local Government Association (NILGA) represents the interests of local government in Northern Ireland.
The Northern Ireland Local Government Association was established in 2001 to represent the interests of local government in Northern Ireland and has had a specific role in representing local government to the Northern Ireland Executive and the Northern Ireland Assembly.[1]
Its members are the 11 local authorities in Northern Ireland.[1]
The NILGA considers that its primary purposes are to promote better local government and the reputation of local government, and to support local authorities in the development of policies and priorities which will improve public services and democracy.[1]
The NILGA has called for greater powers for its members,[2] and for more funding for its members.[3]
Sometimes it is communicates to the media on behalf of the media on issues such as the responsibilities of councils, rate-setting by councils.[4][5]
The NILGA has been able to lead negotiations with the UK Government and the Northern Ireland Executive.[6]
See also
[edit]- Council of European Municipalities and Regions
- Convention of Scottish Local Authorities
- Local Government Association
References
[edit]- ^ a b c "COUNCILLOR GUIDE 2019" (PDF). Northern Ireland Local Government Association. Archived (PDF) from the original on 2019-07-08. Retrieved 2024-10-04.
- ^ Sheeran, Robin (2019-04-30). "NI local elections: What do councils do?". BBC News. British Broadcasting Corporation. Archived from the original on 2024-09-11. Retrieved 2024-10-04.
- ^ "Coronavirus: NI councils facing a 'cash crisis'". BBC News. British Broadcasting Corporation. 2020-05-05. Archived from the original on 2020-05-18. Retrieved 2024-10-04.
- ^ McDaid, Laura (2023-05-17). "Northern Ireland elections 2023: What do councils actually do?". BBC News. British Broadcasting Corporation. Archived from the original on 2023-06-11. Retrieved 2024-10-04.
- ^ Wilson, David (2023-02-18). "NI rates: How much higher will your bill be?". BBC News. British Broadcasting Corporation. Archived from the original on 2023-02-19. Retrieved 2024-10-04.
- ^ Birrell, Derek (2008-06-05). "The role of local government in the review of public administration in Northern Ireland: The challenges of enhancement, devolution and modernisation". Local Government Studies. 33 (5): 657–675. doi:10.1080/03003930701627324. ISSN 0300-3930.