Council

Our opening hours and services may vary during public holidays. Find our opening hours and bin collection dates during public and bank holidays.

It's the most wonderful time of the year so find out about our festive events, holiday opening hours and the Christmas shopping hours in Belfast.

Information about council webcasts and audio, committee meetings, minutes and agendas and the role of our Lord Mayor, Deputy Lord Mayor, High Sheriff, Councillors and Aldermen.

If there are disruptions to our venues and services due to weather, we will keep this page updated.

Information about our priorities and the work we will do to improve the quality of life for everyone in Belfast.

Find out about our language strategy, how we support people with disabilities, our disability strategy and action plan and how we promote equality and diversity in Belfast.

Our Financial Report covers our financial performances by year. The report is a statement of accounts.

Information about rates in Belfast including how to calculate your rates, and how we use your rates.

Information about our consultations and engagement work in Belfast.

Find out the results from the Local Government Elections in 2023 and information about each District Electoral Area.

Summaries and links to our key strategies and plans including The Belfast Agenda, Belfast Region City Deal and our Corporate Plan.

Information about investing in and studying in Belfast.

Our books of condolence offer everyone the opportunity to write messages, show support or share memories.

Information about Belfast City Council staff expenses and costs recharged to customers.