Mid and East Antrim Council Stream Meetings

Mid and East Antrim Borough Council live streams meetings.

08:44 05 June 2020

Mid and East Antrim Borough Council is now streaming its meetings in a bid to "represent a new way of ensuring the operation of local government business remains open and transparent during the ongoing Covid-19 lockdown." 

 

During the meeting, the Mayor and Deputy Mayor will be present in the council chamber with the remainder of members at home using video conferencing. 

 

A council spokesperson said: "The coronavirus lockdown restrictions have changed the way we do business, but they have inspired more creative and innovative approaches to providing essential and frontline services throughout the crisis period. 

 

"As we work towards the next stages of recovery from the Covid-19 emergency, the council has continued to engage with our business community and residents through the use of digital and online technologies. 

 

"By holding our first full monthly council meeting virtually, we will be able to inform our citizens about key decisions and ensure we continue to operate with accountability and transparency. 

 

"Throughout the pandemic, group party leaders have had virtual meetings with the chief executive, usually twice a week, with recommendations and an agenda provided. 

 

"The chief executive also provides full written updates, six days a week, to all councilors, MLAs and MPs."