Local Authority

All Island Local Authority Programme

The Local Authority Programme is an integral part of Co-operation Ireland’s ongoing commitment to effective cross-border relations.

The Local Authority Programme is made up of representatives from the Society of Local Authority Chief Executives, Northern Ireland (SOLACE) and the County and City Managers association (CCMA) in the Republic of Ireland.

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Local Authority Forum Objectives:
The All Island Local Authority forum meets to share best practice and encourage practical co-operation between local authorities in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. The forum works to develop integrated approaches to issues, which affect the whole island in a range of areas including; social cohesion, community development and planning amongst others. The forum then makes recommendations to be considered and adopted by Local Authorities.

Structure of the Forum:
The forum agrees a strategic workplan at the beginning of each year and establishes sub-groups for particular areas of work. Each sub-group is chaired by a SOLACE and CCMA representative with a range of relevant personnel and organisations lending expertise to the development of each sub-group. While the sub-groups are standing bodies, the projects and outcomes vary depending on project timelines and priorities. The flexibility and responsiveness of the sub-group structure is one of its key strengths of the forum.

Recent work completed by forum sub-groups includes:

Publications:

Seminars:

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