5 May 2026 The Council Meeting

Full Council

1. The Mayor’s Business

2. Apologies

3. Declaration of Members’ Interests

4. Deputation from NIE Networks – Big Network Rebuild briefing – Peter McClenaghan, Head of Communications and Engagement, Brian Sinclar, Regional Manager North, and David Grant, Customer Relations Manager in attendance

5. Minutes of The Council Meeting held Wednesday 8 April 2026 (copy attached)

6. Minutes of the Planning Committee held Wednesday 25th February 2026 (copy attached)

7. Minutes of the Planning Committee held Wednesday 25th March 2026 (copy attached)

8. Minutes of Environmental Services Committee meeting held Tuesday 14 April 2026 (copy attached)

9. Minutes of Finance Committee meeting held Thursday 16 April 2026 (copy attached)

10. Minutes of Leisure and Development Committee meeting held Tuesday 21 April 2026 (copy attached)

11. Minutes of Corporate Policy and Resources Committee held Tuesday 28 April 2026 (to follow)

12. Matters for reporting to the Partnership Panel

13. Conferences

14. Correspondence

15. Consultation Schedule (report attached)

16. Seal Documents

(i) Grave Registry Certificates, No’s 6177 to 6187 inclusive, 4938 (reissue);

(ii) Boundary Agreement relating to Bayhead Road, Portballintrae – Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council and John Maurice Orr (L&PSASC – 04/03/26, CPR – 24/03/26, 08/04/26) (retrospective)

17. Notice of Motion proposed by Councillor Anderson, seconded by Councillor Elder:

That this Council requests the urgent attendance of the Vice Chancellor of Ulster University to discuss the announcement that up to 450 staff could lose their jobs. Assurances must be given that Coleraine Campus will not suffer disproportionately, should these job cuts go ahead.

18. Notice of Motion proposed by Alderman Fielding, seconded by Councillor Elder:

That this Council recognises the significant achievement of Coleraine FC on being Runners-up in the Irish Premiership League and in reaching the Irish Cup Final on Saturday 2 May 2026, and the pride and unity this has brought to Coleraine and the wider Borough.

Regardless of the outcome of the final, the club’s journey to this stage represents a major success for the area and reflects the dedication of players, management, volunteers, and supporters.

We would ask that Council works in partnership with relevant stakeholders, including local representatives, community groups and business organisations, to facilitate a community-led event in Coleraine town centre. This could take place on a Saturday afternoon, helping to create a positive atmosphere in the town centre while also supporting increased footfall and providing an opportunity for local businesses to benefit.

This would be a civic show of appreciation allowing the Borough to recognise the team’s achievement in a visible and meaningful way.

Council further agrees to formally write to Coleraine FC to commend their performance and thank them for the positive way they have represented the Borough.