Minutes:
The Committee was advised that the undernoted requests for the use of the City Hall and the provision of hospitality had been received:
Organisation/ Body |
Event/Date - Number of Delegates/Guests |
Request |
Comments |
Recommendation |
Centre for Secure Information Technology – Queen's University Belfast |
4th World Cyber Security Technology Research Summit 2014 13th March, 2014 Approximately 150 attending |
The use of the City Hall and the provision of hospitality in the form of a drinks reception |
Delegates will be staying in accommodation in Belfast and the quarterly meeting will take place within the city. This event would contribute to the Council’s Key Theme of ‘City Leadership – Strong, Fair, Together’. |
The use of the City Hall and the provision of hospitality in the form of wine and soft drinks Approximate cost £500 |
Chartered Institute of Wastes Management |
Chartered Institute of Wastes Management - Inauguration of President 14th October, 2014 Approximately 250 attending |
The use of the City Hall and the provision of hospitality in the form of a drinks reception |
Delegates will be staying in accommodation in Belfast and the quarterly meeting will take place within the city. This event would contribute to the Council’s Key Theme of ‘City Leadership – Strong, Fair, Together’. |
The use of the City Hall and the provision of hospitality in the form of wine and soft drinks Approximate cost £500 |
Young Social Innovators |
“Speak Out” Event 26th March, 2014 Approximately 300 attending |
The use of the City Hall and the provision of hospitality in the form of tea, coffee and biscuits |
This event aims to highlight the positive contribution that young people can make to their communities and will showcase the various projects they have taken part in and how these can help to improve the future 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 tea, coffee and biscuits Approximate cost of £750 |
Girlguiding Belfast |
County Awards Ceremony for young people and leaders 15th May, 2014 Approximately 200 attending |
The use of the City Hall and the provision of hospitality in the form of tea/coffee and biscuits |
This event seeks to recognise the achivements of Guides and their Leaders. Awards being presented include Queen’s Guide, Duke of Edinburgh, Baden Powell Award for Guides and Long Service Awards for Leaders. This event would contribute to the Council’s Key Themes of ‘City Leadership, Strong, Fair and Together’ and ‘Better opportunities for success’ and in addition would contribute to the Council’s thematic area of Children and Young People. |
The use of the City Hall and the provision of hospitality in the form of tea/coffee and biscuits Approximate cost £500 |
Northern Ireland Music Therapy Trust |
‘True Colours’ CD launch 5th March, 2014 Approximately 250 attending |
The use of the City Hall and the provision of hospitality in the form of tea/coffee and biscuits |
This event will highlight the work of the Music Therapy Trust in illustrating that there is ability in disability. It will provide the opportunity for adults with learning or physical disabilities to perform in public while launching the CD that the group has recorded. This unique event will provide support and recognition for the disabled community across the City. This event would contribute to the Council’s Key Themes of ‘City Leadership, Strong, Fair and 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 wine and soft drinks Approximate cost £625 |
Department for Culture, Arts and Leisure |
DCAL – Outline of priorities and opportunities 17th December, 2013 Approximately 250 attending |
Use of the City Hall |
This event aims to provide a platform for the Minister and staff of the Department to consider its work over the past twelve months as well as focus on the priorities and opportunities for the next twelve months. Much of the event will showcase the vibrancy and ambition of Belfast, by specifically focusing on the hosting of the World Police and Fire Games in 2013; the major capital investment in three Belfast stadia - Casement Park, Ravenhill and Windsor Park; and the opportunities and challenges presented with the future hosting of Giro d’Italia Grande Partenza.. This event would contribute to the Council’s Key Themes of ‘City Leadership, Strong, Fair and Together’ and ‘Better opportunities for success’. |
Use of the City Hall |
Age Sector Platform |
Northern Ireland Pensioners’ Parliament – Belfast 21st February, 2014 Approximately 200 attending |
The use of the City Hall and provision of hospitality in the form of tea/coffee and biscuits |
This event will provide a mechanism for older people from across Northern Ireland to have their say on the issues that matter to them. The event is one of seven local events which will identify issues of concern within the city and will be used to elect representatives to the overall Pensioners’ Parliament. This event would contribute to the Council’s Key Themes of ‘City Leadership, Strong, Fair and Together’, ‘Better Services – listening and delivering’ and ‘Better support for people and communities’. |
The use of the City Hall and provision of hospitality in the form of tea/coffee and biscuits
Approximate cost £500
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Malaysia and You Belfast 2014 |
Malaysia and You Belfast Night 2015 9th March, 2014 Approximately 350 attending
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The use of the City Hall |
Malaysian Night 2014 is the climax event of a week long programme called Malaysia and You 2014. This programme consists of a series of events which includes a mini charity carnival, sports tournament, interactive bazaar and ends with a formal dinner which the organisers wish to take place in the City Hall. The aim of the programme is to promote cultural diversity, encourage charity activity and also to forge closer relationships between Malaysians and the citizens of Belfast. This event would contribute to the Council’s key themes ‘City Leadership - strong, fair, together’ and of ‘Better support for people and communities’. |
The use of the City Hall |
The Committee adopted the recommendations.
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