Having joined the Alliance Party in 2020, Kurtis was elected to represent Downshire East in 2023. Now, at the age of 27, he is the youngest ever Mayor to take on the role of First Citizen of Lisburn and Castlereagh. Speaking at the Annual Meeting of Council, Mayor Dickson said: “I am honoured to take on the role of Mayor.
I recognise that this is a huge responsibility and I am committed to, and excited about serving the people of Lisburn and Castlereagh over the next 12 months. Advertisement Advertisement Did you know with an ad-lite subscription to NorthernIrelandWorld, you get 70% fewer ads while viewing the news that matters to you. “I know that many people share my passion for the environment which will be a central theme during my year as Mayor.
"It is vital that we are all aware of our impact on the global and local environment and I look forward to engaging with local groups and volunteers who are committed to protecting the world around us. “I will also be a tireless ambassador for young people. I aspire to see more youth participation in civic life and I will help make their voices heard.
“I would like to pay tribute to our outgoing Mayor, Andrew Gowan and thank him on behalf of the people of Lisburn and Castlereagh for so ably representing them over the last year, supported by Deputy Mayor , Cllr Gary McCleave." Advertisement Advertisement Mayor Dickson has chosen Emerge Counselling Services as his Mayoral Charity. He added: “Young people face so many chal.