name: Northern Ireland Local Government Association
notes: The Northern Ireland Local Government Association (NILGA) is the council led representative body for local authorities in Northern Ireland.This organisation is not formally subject to the Freedom of Information Act, however, we list it here because of its role in formulating Local Government policies - it's members are subject to the Act, so you may wish to consider whether or not your request would be better directed to them. This is an association of local councils. If you are requesting information from or about one individual council, it may be better to direct your request to the relevant body.
  
  Associations of local councils are organisations that represent and support local councils in the UK. They are made up of member councils and work to promote the interests of local government at the regional level. These associations usually play a role in advocating for the needs of local communities and providing resources and guidance to member councils.