Members of a Northern Ireland council have avoided being labelled the ‘Grinch’ this Christmas as plans to light up its civic centre were given the green, white and red light.
Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council agreed in principle at last week’s corporate committee, to allow Lagan Valley Island to be lit up for the festive occasion, should a request come before the chamber.
This year alone LCCC has lit up Lagan Valley Island nine times, including for the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, at a total cost of £1,417.50. “We could leave the colour up to council officers, as long as it has red in it. I hope that we could do this every year, as close to Christmas Eve as possible.”
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