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Unite

Unite – Irish Policy Conference 2013 Reception

24th June, 2013

Approximately 220 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 conference 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

The United Kingdom Haemophilia Society

European Haemophilia Conference 2014 Dinner

3rd October, 2014

Approximately 300 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 conference 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

Belfast Community Sports Development

Network

Annual Sports Awards

6th March, 2013

Approximately 300 attending

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

This event will recognise those individuals who have contributed to the provision of sport in Belfast.  The event will celebrate the local sporting heroes, coaches and volunteers that help make Belfast an active and sporting city.

Furthermore, this event will contribute to the achievement of the Belfast Sport and Physical Activity Strategy.

This event would contribute to the Council’s Key Theme 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

Common Purpose

Meridian Course Final Day and Award Ceremony

1st August, 2013

Approximately 50 attending

The use of the City Hall and the provision of hospitality in the form of tea/coffee and biscuits.

‘Meridian’ is a leadership programme that brings together a diverse group of leaders from the private, public, voluntary and community sectors.  The participants learn how to improve their capacity to lead, effect change and expand their networks through the investigation of real-life challenges.

This event will recognise the achievements of those individuals which have successfully completed the Meridian Programme.

This event would contribute to the Council’s Key Themes of ‘City Leadership - strong, fair, together’ and ‘Better opportunities for success across the city’.

The use of the City Hall and the provision of hospitality in the form of tea/coffee and biscuits.

Approximate Cost £125

British Institute of Cleaning Science

Northern Ireland Cleaner of the Year 2013

20th September, 2013

Approximately 50 attending

The use of the City Hall and the provision of hospitality in the form of tea, coffee and biscuits

This event seeks to acknowledge the vital role of cleaners across various industries in Northern Ireland.

The event will also aim to recognise those individuals who have been nominated within their respective industries for undertaking their duties to a high standard.

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 £125

Volunteer Now

Volunteer Awards

5th December, 2013

Approximately 400 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 those volunteers who have demonstrated a commitment of time and energy for the benefit of society, their community, the environment or individuals.

The event also seeks to promote the positive effect which volunteering has in combatting poverty, helping those who are disadvantaged and promoting social inclusion.

This event would contribute to the Council’s key themes of ‘Better opportunities for success across the City’, ‘Better support for people and communities’ and ‘Better Services – Listening and Delivering’.

The use of the City Hall and the provision of hospitality in the form of tea, coffee and biscuits

Approximate cost £600

Ballynafeigh Community Development Association

Peace Boat: International Peace and Reconciliation Visit Reception

30th May, 2013

Approximately 400 attending

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

This event will provide an opportunity to endorse the work of the ‘Peace Boat’ which aims to promote peace, human rights, equal and sustainable development and respect for the environment.  ‘Peace Boat’ seeks to create awareness and action based on effecting positive social and political change in the world.

The ‘Peace Boat’ will dock in the city as part of its voyage and the 400 plus passengers will have the opportunity to visit and sample what Belfast has to offer.

This event would contribute to the Council’s Key Themes 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

Belfast Men’s Health Group

Men’s Health Week Event 2013

13th June, 2013

Approximately 300 attending

The use of the City Hall and the provision of hospitality in the form of tea/coffee and biscuits

This event will build on the success of the 2011 and 2012 events and will focus on the theme of Men’s Health Week which is Action.

This event aims to promote the importance of men taking part in physical activity while highlighting the range of activities they can participate in to enhance their health.

This event would contribute to the Council’s Key Themes of ‘City Leadership – Strong, Fair, Together’, ‘Better opportunities for success across the city’ 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 £750

Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce

Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce Presidents’ Banquet

14th November, 2013

Approximately 400 attending

The use of the City Hall

This event will provide a networking opportunity which will help 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