Snappy happy in Ballincollig

Ballincollig is open for business! 

That’s the message from the Ballincollig Business Association as it launched a social media promotion encouraging people to shop local.

As part of its Ballincollig, Open for Business campaign, Ballincollig Business Association is giving away a €500 Ballincollig shopping blitz to two lucky people who show how they're supporting local businesses.

To be in with a chance of winning, people are encouraged to share a photo or video of themselves at their favourite Ballincollig shop or business on the BBA Facebook or Instagram pages using the hashtag #ShopBallincollig. One winner will be selected randomly each week over the next fortnight.

Lord Mayor of Cork Cllr Joe Kavanagh and his wife Lady Mayoress Stephanie Kavanagh were on hand this week to launch the promotion along with Emer Cassidy, Chairperson of Ballincollig Business Association, Cllr Garret Kelleher, Jim O'Leary, manager of Castle West Shopping Centre and Cllr Derry Canty.

At the launch of the promotion, Emer Cassidy, Chairperson of Ballincollig Business Association said: “It's been very encouraging to see the community coming out to support local businesses in the town over recent weeks.

“Shopping local ensures we continue to have a prosperous economy, which is so important for everyone in the community to ensure they have everything they need right on their doorstep. And, it also means businesses can provide local employment.”