This year’s All-Ireland Community and Council Awards will be presented by LAMA (Local Authority Members’ Association) and IPB Insurance, on 22 February at Cork’s Rochestown Park Hotel.
A record 311 nominations were submitted for this year’s awards and judging is now underway. The initiative, now in its 19th year, serves to recognise and celebrate all local communities and 31 councils working together, providing an opportunity to highlight and celebrate the work done within Irish communities to reward those unsung heroes and recognise the phenomenal contribution they continue to make to local life.
The Chair of LAMA, Cllr Damien Ryan, noted that each one of Ireland’s 31 local authorities wholeheartedly supports the LAMA awards, adding that the standard of entries has gone from strength-to-strength year on year.
“The awards are a fantastic opportunity to recognise and appreciate the excellent work and commitment of people right across the country who have a deep-rooted sense of pride and appreciation for their respective communities. I want to acknowledge and thank IPB insurance for their continuous support of excellence in Local Government and the community.”
Pictured above at the announcement of the 2025 awards (l-r): John Hogan, Chair of IPB Insurance, LAMA Chair Cllr Damien Ryan, Cork’s Cllr Terry Shannon, and LAMA General Secretary Brian Lawlor.
CATEGORY AWARDS
* Community Initiatives
* Economic Development Initiatives
* Facility/Infrastructure Initiatives
* Collaboration and Leadership Initiatives
* Environmental Initiatives
OVERALL AWARDS
National Impact Award: This category recognises a project which has had a positive effect upon the nation, enhancing the environment, cultural or social activities, transport links or the economic stability or growth of the local and national communities who use it.
Council of the Year Award: This category recognises a local council which has gone above and beyond for the people of the community. It must have developed and be continuing to develop a range of innovative projects and initiatives which improve and enhance the social, environmental, cultural and economic aspects of community lives. This category is not open for entry; instead, county councils with the highest number of finalists over all the categories will be invited to submit a 600-word entry outlining the key projects undertaken by the council and how they were implemented, in addition to how the success of each project was measured.
Lifetime Achievement Award: This award is presented to an individual who, during their lifetime, has made an outstanding significance and contribution to their local community or county. This award will be decided by the judging panel.
Grand Prix Award: Sponsored by IPB Insurance, this is a special award that recognises a council that has had the most shortlisted nominations and winners at the 2024 Ceremony. This is the highest aggregate award for continuous high standards.
