Motion or amendment: Building on the Success of the Fleadh
Motion or amendment by Mr Matthew O'Toole on .
- MLA
- Mr Matthew O'Toole
- Party at the time
- Social Democratic and Labour Party
- Date
- 1 September 2026
- Type
- Motion or amendment
- Business
- Motion · Private Members' Motion
- Heading
- Building on the Success of the Fleadh
- Assembly identifier
- Document 496247
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Building on the Success of the Fleadh
That this Assembly affirms that the 2026 Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann was a resounding success for Belfast and the wider region, showcasing world-class culture and hospitality; commends Belfast City Council, the Executive departments and agencies involved in making it a success, as well as the hundreds of volunteers; takes pride in the diversity of culture on show, with all the traditions of this region and island being celebrated and esteemed, including a wide range of bands from the unionist tradition; pledges to learn the lessons of the Fleadh's success, including the possible expansion of pedestrianisation in Belfast and other cities, increased funding for the arts and urban regeneration, greater flexibility on alcohol and entertainment licensing and the realisation that expressions of our cultural diversity can be a source of strength and pride rather than division.
142 words. Text as published by the Northern Ireland Assembly.
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