Businesses Vote in Favour of a Third Term for Ballymena BID
The ballot for the renewal of Ballymena Business Improvement District has now concluded. The ballot opened in mid October and closed at 5pm on Thursday 27 November 2025. The Returning Officer, Valerie Watts, Interim Chief Executive of Mid and East Antrim Borough Council, formally received the result on Friday 28 November 2025.
The independent scrutineer, Civica Election Services, has confirmed that the proposal to continue Ballymena BID for a further five-year term has been approved. Both statutory requirements for a successful BID ballot were met. This includes a majority in favour by the number of business ratepayers who voted and a majority in favour by the total aggregate rateable value of those who voted. Minimum turnout thresholds were also achieved.
A Message from Ballymena BID
Ballymena BID would like to thank all levy paying businesses that took part in the ballot and engaged in the renewal process. The positive result reflects strong support for continued investment, collaboration and promotion of Ballymena town centre.
The new BID term will begin on 1 April 2026 and will run until 31 March 2031. Delivery of the new five-year business plan will begin in April, with a continued focus on supporting local businesses, marketing the town centre and enhancing the experience for residents and visitors.
If you have any questions regarding the ballot outcome or next steps, please contact the Ballymena BID team at info@ballymenameans.com.
