Performance Improvement Plan 2025-2026 document p5
Screening
Equality:
The Council must carry out its functions having due regard to the need to promote equality of opportunity and the desirability to promote good relations (Section 75 of the Northern Ireland Act 1998).
The screening did not identify any major adverse effects on any Section 75 category or requirements for mitigation, and therefore determined that it was not necessary to conduct a full equality impact assessment.
Rural:
The Council must give due regard to rural needs (Rural Needs Act Northern Ireland 2016).
The screening did not identify any adverse impacts.
This Plan will have a positive impact on the borough as a whole.
Sustainability:
The Council has a statutory duty to promote sustainable development.
The screening, which considered the likely impacts of this Plan, under the 5 pillars of the UN Sustainable Development Agenda, identified no adverse impacts.
Data Protection:
A Data Protection Impact Assessment screening was undertaken, and as a result, a full Data Protection Impact Assessment was not deemed necessary.
Monitoring Progress
Our reporting arrangements are designed to ensure proper oversight, accountability, and transparency.
- The Community Plan is reported to:
- The Strategic Alliance every six months.
- The Community Panel every quarter.
- The Neighbourhoods and Communities Committee as appropriate.
- The Corporate Plan is reported to:
- The Senior Management Team every six months.
- Full Council every six months.
- The Performance Improvement Plan is reported to:
- The Senior Management Team every quarter.
- The Corporate Resources, Policy, and Governance Committee every quarter.
- Annual Business Plans are reported to:
- The assigned Director every quarter.
- Performance Self-Assessment Report is reported to:
- Full Council every year.
Play Your Part
We want you to help us make Mid and East Antrim the best that it can be.
Here are some of the key things you can do to help:
- Shop locally.
- Be a responsible pet owner.
- Bin your waste.
- Reduce, reuse and recycle.
- Donate unwanted items to charity.
- Report problems, such as, fly-tipping, dog foul and anti-social behaviour.
- Get involved in community and voluntary work.
- Support our older people.
- Support people who are vulnerable.
- As business owners, offer apprenticeships or work placement opportunities.
- Be safe on our roads.
- Use public transport when you can.
Get Involved
We would like your input, views, and feedback.
If you would like to tell us about something that you think needs to be improved, you can do so at any time throughout the year through any of the following methods:
- Email: performance@midandeastantrim.gov.uk
- Telephone: 0300 1245 000
- Post: Corporate Performance and Improvement Team, Mid and East Antrim Borough Council, 1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena, BT43 5EJ.
If you live, work or study in Mid and East Antrim you can also submit questions directly to our Elected Members and Officers by completing a short form.
More details can be found on our Public Questions to Council page.
Closing Remarks
Addressing the needs of Mid and East Antrim remains our highest priority, and we will continue to make improvements, where we can, to improve the quality of life and environment for our ratepayers and communities.
Working in partnership with our citizens and other stakeholders will help to shape a future that reflects our shared values and ambitions, ensuring a prosperous and sustainable borough for the generations to come.
I look forward to the year ahead, and warmly encourage you to follow our journey through our website and social media channels.
Valerie Watts
Interim Chief Executive