We are delighted at the recent announcement of the nominations for Excellence in Local Government included 6 projects involving our Healthy Ireland Coordinators and Local Development Officers. A total of 98 projects in total were nominated in 15 Categories this year.

This year, a record number of 191 submissions were received from 27 Local Authorities, underscoring the breath and  importance of these awards in showcasing the exemplary service provided by Local Authorities to their communities.

Projects Nominated for the 2024 Excellence in Local Government Awards:

• Donegal County Council – Model Beach Accessibility to improve Health and Well Being – A Strategic Approach (Health and Wellbeing category)
• Mayo County Council – Fit Sticks Trail (Health and Wellbeing category)
• Waterford City & County Council – Connecting Communities – Healthy Communities Project (Municipal Districts  Initiative Category)
• Limerick City & County Council – Limerick Migrant Integration Forum (Diversity and Inclusion Category)
• Wexford County Council – Community Calendar (Communications Category)
• Wexford County Council – Sporting Memories (Aged Friendly Initiative –  Category)

We wish them the very best of luck at the awards ceremony on 21st November where the winners will be announced.

Full details of all the nominations can be found here