News - Antrim & Newtownabbey Borough Council

Council Supports those in Need this Christmas

Christmas is a time for giving, and Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council is calling on you, to help those in need this festive period. This year, the need is greater than ever. Rising living costs and ongoing economic challenges have left many households struggling to afford basic necessities. To help support those in need, the Council is supporting a number of initiatives to hopefully ensure that everyone can enjoy a brighter Christmas.

Date: 03/12/2025 View More

Council Launches Dementia Safeguarding Scheme to Support Residents

As part of its ongoing Age Friendly work, Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council has launched a new Dementia Safeguarding Scheme aimed at improving the safety and wellbeing of residents living with dementia.

Date: 27/11/2025 View More

Council Focuses on Tackling Root Causes of Poverty

Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council is proud to support National Energy Action’s (NEA) Fuel Poverty Awareness Day.

Date: 26/11/2025 View More

Council Achieves Autism NI Impact Award

Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council has been awarded Autism NI’s prestigious Impact Award, recognising the Council’s ongoing commitment to fostering inclusion for autistic and neurodivergent customers, visitors, and employees.

Date: 25/11/2025 View More

Leid Week 2025

Ulster-Scots Leid Week will run from 24-28 November 2025, bringing a diverse programme of events and activities to communities across Northern Ireland. Coordinated by the Ulster-Scots Agency, the week aims to promote greater awareness, understanding, and celebration of the Ulster-Scots language.

Date: 21/11/2025 View More

Launch of the second stage of the Local Development Plan – Draft Local Policies Plan

Following the adoption of the Antrim and Newtownabbey Plan Strategy on 3 July 2025, the Council formally launched the commencement of next stage of the Local Development Plan Process – the draft Local Policies Plan – at a launch event held in Mossley Mill.

Date: 21/11/2025 View More