Laois shortlisted for two Local Government Awards
Council recognised for promoting STEAM in secondary schools and tackling mould in local authority housing
Laois County Council has been shortlisted for two awards in Chambers Ireland's Excellence in Local Government Awards 2024.
Laois has been shortlisted in the Local Authority Innovation category for their efforts in dealing with mould in local authority homes. They are also shortlisted in the supporting Sustainable Communities category for their project Investing in our children’s future - Promotion of STEAM in secondary schools.
In its 21st year, the Awards feature a total of 98 Local Authority projects shortlisted across 15 categories.
The Awards are held annually in conjunction with the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage.
Speaking on the announcement of the shortlisted projects, Minister of State for Local Government and Planning, Alan Dillon TD, said: “The Excellence in Local Government Awards provide a wonderful opportunity to highlight some of the incredible work being done in local authorities all across the country, and I am very pleased that my Department is supporting the event again this year.
“Local authority projects like the ones shortlisted today contribute to life in our communities in a multitude of ways, and I am delighted to be a part of celebrating these achievements. I want to congratulate every project that has been shortlisted, including the two from my own county of Mayo.”
Commenting on the announcement of the shortlist, Ian Talbot, Chief Executive of Chambers Ireland, said,
“The Awards showcase the inventiveness and innovation that Local Authorities are delivering, which so often goes unnoticed. I would like to congratulate each of the shortlisted Local Authorities and acknowledge the excellent work being undertaken at local government level nationwide.”
TJ Hunter, Senior Director at Ørsted UK & Ireland, who are headline sponsors of the Awards, added, “The Chambers Ireland Local Government Awards celebrate the exceptional projects and teams within our Local Authorities nationwide. From community to infrastructure and everything in between, Local Authorities play a critical role in the way we live. We are proud to champion excellence and to formally recognise the finalists and winners to be announced this November.”
The Excellence in Local Government Award winners will be announced at the 21st annual ceremony on November 21 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Northwood, Santry.