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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

Malaysia and You Belfast 2014

Malaysia and You Belfast  Night 2015

9th March, 2014

Approximately 350 attending

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