Menu
07/11/2019
Belfast Firms Urged To 'Clean Up Their Act'
A new council initiative is putting pressure on companies across Belfast to 'clean up their act' and commit to making the city a more welcoming place to live, visit and invest.
The Belfast Litter Pledge obliges firms to maintain a litter free environment around their premises, encourage staff against the habit and advise them about the pledge. Companies are also bound to reduce waste generated by their operations and dispose of it correctly, while also reporting all fly tipping to the council.
Council will support firms to deliver on their commitment and in turn enable the city to thrive as it attracts more visitors, shoppers and investment. Participating firms will receive a free litter kit containing litter picks, dustpans, brushes, gloves, window stickers and pocket ash trays to help get started.
Councillor Michael Collins, Chair of the People and Communities Committee is encouraging businesses to embrace the challenge. He said: "Right across Belfast people are working hard to make our city an attractive place to live, work and invest. First impressions are very important and that's why we are challenging local businesses to take pride in their appearance and show that they care for their locality by signing up to our Belfast Litter Pledge.
"Not only does it set a good example to others, it could benefit overall business performance by encouraging more footfall through their doors."
Businesses have a responsibility to look after and maintain the area around their premises and failing to do so could result in a legal notice being served of £110. The new campaign will also reinforce the message that throwing away litter will result in an on the spot £80 fine.
The campaign has been welcomed by Belfast City Centre Management. Niall Burke, a Business Liaison Officer said: "Belfast City Centre Management is a keen supporter of Belfast City Council's next phase of their anti-litter campaign. We believe that creating a clean and vibrant city for everyone to enjoy is of the upmost importance and the Belfast Business Litter Pledge is a great initiative to encourage a collaborative effort for tackling litter and creating a positive image of our city."
Visit the council website for more information or to sign your business up.
The Belfast Litter Pledge obliges firms to maintain a litter free environment around their premises, encourage staff against the habit and advise them about the pledge. Companies are also bound to reduce waste generated by their operations and dispose of it correctly, while also reporting all fly tipping to the council.
Council will support firms to deliver on their commitment and in turn enable the city to thrive as it attracts more visitors, shoppers and investment. Participating firms will receive a free litter kit containing litter picks, dustpans, brushes, gloves, window stickers and pocket ash trays to help get started.
Councillor Michael Collins, Chair of the People and Communities Committee is encouraging businesses to embrace the challenge. He said: "Right across Belfast people are working hard to make our city an attractive place to live, work and invest. First impressions are very important and that's why we are challenging local businesses to take pride in their appearance and show that they care for their locality by signing up to our Belfast Litter Pledge.
"Not only does it set a good example to others, it could benefit overall business performance by encouraging more footfall through their doors."
Businesses have a responsibility to look after and maintain the area around their premises and failing to do so could result in a legal notice being served of £110. The new campaign will also reinforce the message that throwing away litter will result in an on the spot £80 fine.
The campaign has been welcomed by Belfast City Centre Management. Niall Burke, a Business Liaison Officer said: "Belfast City Centre Management is a keen supporter of Belfast City Council's next phase of their anti-litter campaign. We believe that creating a clean and vibrant city for everyone to enjoy is of the upmost importance and the Belfast Business Litter Pledge is a great initiative to encourage a collaborative effort for tackling litter and creating a positive image of our city."
Visit the council website for more information or to sign your business up.
Related Northern Ireland News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
02 February 2007
Litter warning to smoke-free Belfast
Extra litter wardens are being drafted in by Belfast City Council to cope with the expected increase in cigarette litter when Northern Ireland goes smoke-free this April.
Litter warning to smoke-free Belfast
Extra litter wardens are being drafted in by Belfast City Council to cope with the expected increase in cigarette litter when Northern Ireland goes smoke-free this April.
17 August 2021
BCC Leader Questions Funding Of West Belfast Festival Over 'Pro-IRA Singing'
The DUP leader of Belfast City Council has questioned the funding of West Belfast Festival over alleged "pro-IRA singing" at one of their events. Councillor Ald Brian Kingston raised the issued after it was alleged that the crowed at a concert at the Festival chanted "ooh ah up the Ra".
BCC Leader Questions Funding Of West Belfast Festival Over 'Pro-IRA Singing'
The DUP leader of Belfast City Council has questioned the funding of West Belfast Festival over alleged "pro-IRA singing" at one of their events. Councillor Ald Brian Kingston raised the issued after it was alleged that the crowed at a concert at the Festival chanted "ooh ah up the Ra".
21 October 2024
Belfast Named Most Sustainable Visitor Destination In UK And Ireland
Belfast has been recognised as the most sustainable visitor destination in the United Kingdom and Ireland in the 2024 GDS-Index. The city ranked alongside global cities such as Sydney, Singapore, Oslo, and Copenhagen in the Top 10.
Belfast Named Most Sustainable Visitor Destination In UK And Ireland
Belfast has been recognised as the most sustainable visitor destination in the United Kingdom and Ireland in the 2024 GDS-Index. The city ranked alongside global cities such as Sydney, Singapore, Oslo, and Copenhagen in the Top 10.
02 March 2022
Design Ideas Sought For New Belfast Stories Site
Early career architects are being invited to pitch their creative concepts for the temporary use of a vacant site on the corner of Royal Avenue and North Street, the location for the £100m Belfast Stories tourism destination.
Design Ideas Sought For New Belfast Stories Site
Early career architects are being invited to pitch their creative concepts for the temporary use of a vacant site on the corner of Royal Avenue and North Street, the location for the £100m Belfast Stories tourism destination.
23 July 2009
Belfast 'Twelfth' Was Shopping Hit
Initial feedback on the commercial impact of Belfast shops being open over the traditional 'Twelfth' celebration has been excellent. This year's event, titled 'Orangefest' on 13 July witnessed Belfast city centre shops opening on the day of the parades for the first time.
Belfast 'Twelfth' Was Shopping Hit
Initial feedback on the commercial impact of Belfast shops being open over the traditional 'Twelfth' celebration has been excellent. This year's event, titled 'Orangefest' on 13 July witnessed Belfast city centre shops opening on the day of the parades for the first time.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A showery start with outbreaks most frequent north of Lough Neagh and through the morning, before dwindling during the afternoon as the northwest breezes ease and brighter spells of weak sunshine prosper. Maximum temperature 8 °C.Tonight:A dry night, save for a few light showers around the coasts, with prolonged clear spells and light winds bringing a frosty dawn for many in central and southern parts. Minimum temperature -3 °C.
