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Community Foundation for Northern Ireland

European Foundation Centre Annual Conference - ‘Peacebuilding through Social Justice: A Role for Philanthropy?’

6th June, 2012

Approximately 300 attending

The use of the City Hall and the provision of hospitality in the form of a pre?event drinks reception.

It is estimated that 650?750 delegates will be staying in accommodation in Belfast and the conference will take place within the city.

This event would contribute to the Council’s Key Themes of ‘City Leadership – Strong, Fair, Together’, ‘Better services - listening and delivering’ and ‘Better Support for People and Communities’.

The use of the City Hall and the provision of a pre?event drinks reception in the form of red/white wine and soft drinks.

Approximate cost £500

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Woodvale Cricket Club

125th Anniversary Dinner

23rd March, 2012

Approximately 200 attending

The use of the City Hall and the provision of hospitality in the form of a drinks reception

This event seeks to celebrate the 125th Anniversary of Woodvale Cricket Club and to acknowledge its contribution to the general life and well-being of the city.

This event would contribute to the Council’s Key Themes of ‘City leadership, strong, fair and together’ and ‘Better support for people and communities’.

The use of the City Hall and the provision of hospitality in the form of red/white wine and soft drinks.

Approximate cost £500

Plumbing & Mechanical Services Training Ltd

Apprenticeship Achievers Award Ceremony

28th June, 2011

Approximately 300 attending

The use of the City Hall and the provision of hospitality in the form of a drinks reception

This event seeks to recognise the achievement of those individuals who have successfully completed an apprenticeship programme.

This event provides and opportunity for the Council to show its support to an industry which is suffering due to the economic downturn whilst demonstrating support for the development of our city’s young people.

This event would contribute to the Council’s Key Themes of ‘City leadership, strong, fair and together’ and ‘Better support for people and communities’.

The use of the City Hall and the provision of hospitality in the form of red/white wine and soft drinks.

Approximate cost £500

Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce

Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce’s President’s Banquet and Awards

24th November, 2011

Approximately 400 attending

The use of the City Hall and the provision of hospitality in the form of a drinks reception

This events aims to provide a networking opportunity in order to encourage investment and business development opportunities for Belfast and beyond.  The event, which will include representatives from both Local and Central Government, also seeks to facilitate discussion on economic and social regeneration.

This event would contribute to the Council’s Key Themes of ‘City Leadership – Strong, Fair, Together’, ‘Better Services - listening and delivering’ and ‘Better opportunities for success across the city’.

The use of the City Hall and the provision of hospitality in the form of red/white wine and soft drinks.

Approximate cost £500

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Institute of Directors

Institute of Directors Award of Excellence

9th February, 2012

Approximately 400 attending

The use of the City Hall and the provision of hospitality in the form of a pre?event drinks reception

This event will recognise the Director of the Year by presenting the wit the ‘Award of Excellence’ for their contribution, through effective leadership, to business, the community and the wider economy.

The ‘Award of Excellence’ also seeks to recognise a Director whose organisation has demonstrated a clear commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility.  Furthermore, this event will provide the Council with an opportunity to build and enhance relationships with many of the city’s business leaders.

This event would contribute to the Council’s Key Themes of City Leadership – Strong, Fair, Together’, ‘Better Opportunities for Success’ and ‘Better Support for People and Communities’.

The use of the City Hall and the provision of hospitality in the form of red/white wine and soft drinks.

Approximate cost £500

Northern IrelandSchool Caterers Association

Northern IrelandSchool Caterers Association Awards Ceremony

20th October, 2012

Approximately 300 attending

The use of the City Hall and the provision of hospitality in the form of a pre?event drinks reception.

This awards ceremony aims to acknowledge school caterers at primary, post primary and management level who have clearly demonstrated their commitment to continuous service development within their particular school or area.

The event seeks to recognise the strong leadership of the school caterers as they work in partnership with local schools, local communities, Local Government and health authorities in driving forward the relevant nutritional standards.

This event would contribute to the Council’s Key Themes of ‘City Leadership – Strong, Fair, Together’ and ‘Better Support for People and Communities’.

The use of the City Hall and the provision of a pre?event drinks reception in the form of red/white wine and soft drinks.

Approximate cost £500

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Belfast Health and Social Care Trust

HIV Awareness Training Resource Launch

18th May, 2011

Approximately 100 attending

The use of the City Hall

This event, which will formally launch the training manual for HIV Awareness Trainers, seeks to increase the personal awareness of all staff about HIV and equip them with the skills necessary in addressing the stigma and discrimination which is often experienced by those who live with HIV.

This event would contribute to the Council’s Key Themes of ‘City leadership, strong, fair and together’ and ‘Better support for people and communities’.

The use of the City Hall