The ‘Council of the Year’ LAMA Award follows in the footsteps of Donegal County Council’s previous success at the Chambers Ireland’s Excellence in Local Government Awards in November 2024, when it won the overall ‘Local Authority of the Year Award’ for 2024 last November.
Cathaoirleach Cllr Niamh Kennedy, who represented Donegal County Council at the awards ceremony on 22 February, along with Chief Executive John McLaughlin, council members and staff, said they were delighted to receive the accolade on behalf of the county.
“It reflects the relentless work that councillors and council staff do day in and day out for the people of our community, developing innovative projects and initiatives to improve and enhance the social environmental, cultural and economic aspects of community lives in Donegal. It was an honour to attend on the night and watch our county shine,” noted Cllr Kennedy.
Welcoming the award, Donegal Chief Executive John McLaughlin described it as “a great reflection” on the work of the Council. “It celebrates the unique and symbiotic relationship enjoyed by Donegal County Council and its communities and showcases how collaborative work between the Council, the community and volunteers create a better place to live and work. I’m incredibly proud of the entire team in Donegal, grateful for the support of our elected members and the work of our communities, volunteers and stakeholders.”
