Limerick Council honoured at the local government awards

LIMERICK City and County Council (LCCC) is celebrating after winning three awards at the Chambers Ireland Excellence in Local Government Awards.

Riverfest Limerick was crowned Festival of the Year 2024, while The Local Authority Innovation Award went to the Council’s Living Again: Vacancy, Dereliction and Reuse initiative and the Limerick Migrant Forum won in the Diversity & Inclusion category.

LCCC was shortlisted for the overall award of Local Authority of the Year, marking the third consecutive year the Council has been nominated for the title, which it won last year. 

Director general of LCCC, Dr Pat Daly said the success was “a reflection of the unwavering commitment of our staff who work closely with the Mayor and councillors to deliver for the people of Limerick. Innovation, hard work, and focus on excellence ensure that we are consistently improving the quality of life for all our citizens. I want to thank every member of our team”.

“I also want to congratulate Donegal County Council on winning Local Authority of the Year 2024,” he added.

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Mayor of Limerick, John Moran, commended the achievements, saying: "These awards reflect the best of Limerick—our innovation, inclusivity, and ability to bring people together to celebrate our vibrant community. Riverfest Limerick continues to shine as a signature event, drawing thousands to our city, while forward thinking policies like tackling dereliction through Living Again and embracing inclusion through the Limerick Migrant Forum demonstrate the real impact of policies on people’s lives. Congratulations to everyone who has contributed to these successes. I am proud to see my councillor and officials colleagues and others, show how Limerick leads by example, making our city and county a fantastic place to live, work, and visit."

Príomh Comhairleoir of LCCC, Cllr Dan McSweeney added his congratulations, saying: "To win three awards at the Chambers Ireland Excellence in Local Government Awards is a remarkable achievement for Limerick City and County Council. These accolades not only celebrate the creativity and hard work behind Riverfest but also highlight the Council’s leadership in addressing key issues such as vacancy and inclusion. The Living Again initiative and Limerick Migrant Forum are testaments to our commitment to improving quality of life for all. I want to extend my sincere thanks to the staff, councillors, and community partners who make these projects possible and ensure that Limerick continues to thrive."