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Ulster in Bloom, Translink

Community and council gardeners from across Northern Ireland were presented with awards for the sought-after Translink Ulster in Bloom accolade, which recognises the work carried out by gardening enthusiasts and council teams in local cities, towns and villages.

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Over three-quarters of councillors in Northern Ireland subjected to abuse or intimidation, new survey reveals

Over three-quarters of local councillors in Northern Ireland (76%) have experienced abuse in their role, while a further 52% have said they have been intimidated by members of the public and ‘trolls’, new figures reveal.

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Enterprise NI and local government join forces to support micro and small businesses

Enterprise NI announces an opportunity for three micro or small businesses to exhibit at the upcoming Local Government Conference.

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Britain in Bloom success

Ulster took home two top prizes and a haul of gold medals at the Royal Horticultural Society’s (RHS) annual Britain in Bloom awards ceremony held in London.

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Translink Ulster in Bloom Results 2022

Budding community gardeners from across Northern Ireland were commended for their hard work and dedication as the results were announced for this year’s Translink Ulster in Bloom.

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Local government calls for greater action on cost-of-living crisis in Northern Ireland

The Northern Ireland Local Government Association has called for the creation of a cost-of-living task force to tackle the growing pressures on households and businesses.

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