Carrickfergus schoolgirl planning Titanic gala ball in aid of Children’s Hospice

Fourteen-year-old Madison Wright, a pupil at Carrickfergus Academy, is seeking the support of Mid and East Antrim Borough Council.

The fundraiser will be held at the Titanic Exhibition Centre in Belfast on October 29.

The council is being asked to “purchase a table” at the event at a cost of £1,000. Sponsorship packages ranging from £2,000 to £6,000 are also available.

Speaking at a meeting of the borough council last week, Knockagh DUP Councillor Marc Collins said: “I am more than happy to propose we support the event.

“The Northern Ireland Children’s Hospice is more than deserving of any support council can given them. If it is possible within current budgets, I propose that we also sponsor the event. If not, I am more than happy to stick with the recommendation.”

His proposal was seconded by party colleague Braid Cllr William McCaughey.