CONSULTATION ON PRIVATE MEMBERS BILL TO EXEMPT AMATEUR SPORTS CLUBS FROM RATES

Sinn Fein MLA, Daithi McKay has launched a Private Members Bill to exempt Amateur Sports Clubs from Rates bringing Northern Ireland into line with legislation in the UK and the Republic of Ireland.

Donaghadee Sailing Club has taken to the water with two new dinghies and equipment, thanks to grant aid from Ards Borough Council.

The club benefited from funding of more than £3K, helping to meet 50% of the costs of buying two GP14 Sailing Dinghies, with associated equipment, including

Nominate your sporting hero for the Belfast Telegraph Sports Awards by Monday 2nd December.
The Sports Awards celebrate the excellent achievements of local sports people from grass roots to elite sport and the public can nominate in each of the 12 categories.

RYA Active Marina – Bangor Marina supporting the Bangor Marina Berth Holder Association’s Halloween cruise in company to Belfast.
The Halloween themed cruise in company will see 13 boats undertake an intrepid voyage to Belfast Harbour Marina.
Bangor Marina have issued Halloween lanterns, together with wine and Halloween cakes to all boat taking part.