Services

You can send a request to the local authority for access to environmental information such as air, noise and water quality reports, and policies and plans on environmental protection measures.

Industrial plants that release emissions into the atmosphere such as bitumen plants and small scale thermal plants must apply to the local authority for a licence.

Local authorities may investigate complaints about air pollution.

Local authorities may prepare plans to manage air quality. You can have an input into the plans through consultation.

Local authorities may engage an artist to take up a residency for a specific time period to deliver their Artists in Residence Programme.

Local authorities, together with other stakeholders, may provide training, development and mentorship to help professional artists develop their careers in the arts.

Local authorities may provide financial support to arts practitioners and amateur groups to support community projects that promote interest in the arts.

Local authorities may run initiatives for older people to help them access and take part in the arts as artists, audience members, critics and arts workers.

Local authorities may award a bursary to professional artists to help them develop their work and professional skills in their chosen artform.

Local authorities may provide arts centres which host a range of activities such as theatrical and musical performances, cinema screenings, exhibitions, craft fairs, and workshops across all artforms.