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Sustainable Drainage Systems | @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk has launched a public consultation on ensuring nature-based SuDS are provided in new housing developments - find out more 🔽
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Consultation: Sustainable Drainage Systems in new housing developments
Views sought on policies to ensure nature-based drainage solutions are integrated into future housing developments.
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September 23, 2025 at 9:29 AM
Sustainable Drainage Systems | @infrastructure-ni.gov.uk has launched a public consultation on ensuring nature-based SuDS are provided in new housing developments - find out more 🔽
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/cons...
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Get ready for identity verification | From Tuesday 18 November 2025, directors and people with significant control of companies must verify their identity with Companies House - find out more 🔽 www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/comp...
Companies House identity verification rollout
From Tuesday 18 November 2025, directors and people with significant control of companies must verify their identities with Companies House.
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August 8, 2025 at 10:56 AM
Get ready for identity verification | From Tuesday 18 November 2025, directors and people with significant control of companies must verify their identity with Companies House - find out more 🔽 www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/comp...
The Creative Industries New Entrants programme aims to broaden access to the screen and creative industries at entry level - delivered by NI Screen in partnership with BBC NI and funded by @communitiesni.bsky.social - find out more 🔽 www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/crea...
Creative Industries New Entrants programme
The Creative Industries New Entrants (CINE) programme is designed to improve access to the screen and creative industries.
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June 17, 2025 at 9:27 AM
The Creative Industries New Entrants programme aims to broaden access to the screen and creative industries at entry level - delivered by NI Screen in partnership with BBC NI and funded by @communitiesni.bsky.social - find out more 🔽 www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/crea...
Silica dust safety | HSENI @economy-ni.gov.uk is set to carry out 500 inspection visits to NI construction sites to raise awareness of the dangers of silica and to ensure that workers are being protected from long-term health problems - find out more 🔽 www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/hsen...
HSENI campaign on the dangers of silica dust for the construction sector
A new programme of advisory and inspection visits is due to take place across construction sites.
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June 13, 2025 at 9:58 AM
Silica dust safety | HSENI @economy-ni.gov.uk is set to carry out 500 inspection visits to NI construction sites to raise awareness of the dangers of silica and to ensure that workers are being protected from long-term health problems - find out more 🔽 www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/hsen...
CCTV Grant Programme | @anborough.bsky.social is offering local businesses the opportunity to apply for financial assistance towards the installation of external, public-facing CCTV and supporting equipment at their commercial premises across the borough 🔽
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CCTV Grant Programme for Antrim and Newtownabbey businesses
This grant can help cover the cost of installing high quality, external facing CCTV systems to enhance business safety.
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June 12, 2025 at 10:27 AM
CCTV Grant Programme | @anborough.bsky.social is offering local businesses the opportunity to apply for financial assistance towards the installation of external, public-facing CCTV and supporting equipment at their commercial premises across the borough 🔽
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/cctv...
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/cctv...
The new leadership programme from MEGA
(Manufacturing | Engineering | Growth | Advancement) for manufacturing and engineering businesses aims to provide practical tools with real-world relevance to new, aspiring and experienced leaders - find out more 🔽
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(Manufacturing | Engineering | Growth | Advancement) for manufacturing and engineering businesses aims to provide practical tools with real-world relevance to new, aspiring and experienced leaders - find out more 🔽
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/new-...
New leadership programme for local manufacturing sector
Join the online information session on 17 June 2025 to find out more about MEGA's new leadership programme.
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June 11, 2025 at 1:37 PM
The new leadership programme from MEGA
(Manufacturing | Engineering | Growth | Advancement) for manufacturing and engineering businesses aims to provide practical tools with real-world relevance to new, aspiring and experienced leaders - find out more 🔽
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/new-...
(Manufacturing | Engineering | Growth | Advancement) for manufacturing and engineering businesses aims to provide practical tools with real-world relevance to new, aspiring and experienced leaders - find out more 🔽
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/new-...
Consultation: Northern Ireland Climate Adaptation Programme
@daera-ni.gov.uk has launched a public consultation on the draft NICCAP3, which details ongoing actions to adapt to and improve our resilience to the impacts of climate change - find out more 🔽
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/cons...
@daera-ni.gov.uk has launched a public consultation on the draft NICCAP3, which details ongoing actions to adapt to and improve our resilience to the impacts of climate change - find out more 🔽
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/cons...
Consultation: Northern Ireland Climate Adaptation Programme
Views sought on the draft third set of coordinated adaptation programmes in Northern Ireland to build climate resilience.
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June 10, 2025 at 10:45 AM
Consultation: Northern Ireland Climate Adaptation Programme
@daera-ni.gov.uk has launched a public consultation on the draft NICCAP3, which details ongoing actions to adapt to and improve our resilience to the impacts of climate change - find out more 🔽
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/cons...
@daera-ni.gov.uk has launched a public consultation on the draft NICCAP3, which details ongoing actions to adapt to and improve our resilience to the impacts of climate change - find out more 🔽
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/cons...
Closing tomorrow ⏰
Grants of up to £3,000 are available for businesses in all council areas, if you have previously received support or are currently going through the Go Succeed service.
Find out more and apply by midday on Friday 30 May 🔽
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/go-s...
Grants of up to £3,000 are available for businesses in all council areas, if you have previously received support or are currently going through the Go Succeed service.
Find out more and apply by midday on Friday 30 May 🔽
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/go-s...
Go Succeed: Apply now for a grant for business growth
Grants of up to £3,000 are available for businesses in all council areas.
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk
May 29, 2025 at 1:40 PM
Closing tomorrow ⏰
Grants of up to £3,000 are available for businesses in all council areas, if you have previously received support or are currently going through the Go Succeed service.
Find out more and apply by midday on Friday 30 May 🔽
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/go-s...
Grants of up to £3,000 are available for businesses in all council areas, if you have previously received support or are currently going through the Go Succeed service.
Find out more and apply by midday on Friday 30 May 🔽
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/go-s...
Digital Transformation Flexible Fund events
Pre-application briefing events are taking place in June (online and in-person) for potential applicants to learn about the aims of the fund and the steps required to apply for funding.
Register now 🔽
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/digi...
Pre-application briefing events are taking place in June (online and in-person) for potential applicants to learn about the aims of the fund and the steps required to apply for funding.
Register now 🔽
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/digi...
Digital Transformation Flexible Fund
Expressions of interest for call 5 are now open and will close at midday on 11 July 2025.
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk
May 29, 2025 at 8:17 AM
Digital Transformation Flexible Fund events
Pre-application briefing events are taking place in June (online and in-person) for potential applicants to learn about the aims of the fund and the steps required to apply for funding.
Register now 🔽
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/digi...
Pre-application briefing events are taking place in June (online and in-person) for potential applicants to learn about the aims of the fund and the steps required to apply for funding.
Register now 🔽
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/digi...
Community groups and arts organisations across Northern Ireland are invited to apply to the Arts Council’s new Small Grants Programme, offering between £500 and £5,000 to support a wide range of projects in all art forms - find out more and apply now 🔽 www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/arts...
Arts Council NI: New Small Grants Programme
This funding is for projects that will bring the arts to communities, encouraging greater participation and engagement.
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May 23, 2025 at 2:08 PM
Community groups and arts organisations across Northern Ireland are invited to apply to the Arts Council’s new Small Grants Programme, offering between £500 and £5,000 to support a wide range of projects in all art forms - find out more and apply now 🔽 www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/arts...
Trading with the US | Get free one-to-one tariff advice
The first clinic takes place:
🗓️ Wednesday 28 May
🕙 10am - 4pm
📍 @investni.bsky.social, Newry
Book 1:1 appointments with international trade experts, Dr Anna Jerzewska & Jonathan Walsh
Find out more >> nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/trad...
The first clinic takes place:
🗓️ Wednesday 28 May
🕙 10am - 4pm
📍 @investni.bsky.social, Newry
Book 1:1 appointments with international trade experts, Dr Anna Jerzewska & Jonathan Walsh
Find out more >> nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/trad...
May 21, 2025 at 10:38 AM
Trading with the US | Get free one-to-one tariff advice
The first clinic takes place:
🗓️ Wednesday 28 May
🕙 10am - 4pm
📍 @investni.bsky.social, Newry
Book 1:1 appointments with international trade experts, Dr Anna Jerzewska & Jonathan Walsh
Find out more >> nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/trad...
The first clinic takes place:
🗓️ Wednesday 28 May
🕙 10am - 4pm
📍 @investni.bsky.social, Newry
Book 1:1 appointments with international trade experts, Dr Anna Jerzewska & Jonathan Walsh
Find out more >> nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/trad...
NI innovation funding is on the rise; how can your business benefit?
NI has recently seen the UK's biggest jump (43%) in science & innovation project funding (@ukri.org).
Find innovation funding & support for your business with
@nibusinessinfo.bsky.social 🔽
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NI has recently seen the UK's biggest jump (43%) in science & innovation project funding (@ukri.org).
Find innovation funding & support for your business with
@nibusinessinfo.bsky.social 🔽
nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/nort...
Northern Ireland innovation funding is on the rise - how can your business benefit?
Innovation investments are capitalising on Northern Ireland’s expertise while growing the local economy.
nibusinessinfo.co.uk
April 17, 2025 at 12:19 PM
NI innovation funding is on the rise; how can your business benefit?
NI has recently seen the UK's biggest jump (43%) in science & innovation project funding (@ukri.org).
Find innovation funding & support for your business with
@nibusinessinfo.bsky.social 🔽
nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/nort...
NI has recently seen the UK's biggest jump (43%) in science & innovation project funding (@ukri.org).
Find innovation funding & support for your business with
@nibusinessinfo.bsky.social 🔽
nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/nort...
Prepare for potential EU tariffs on US goods from 14 July
✅ Do US products in your supply chain face new tariffs?
✅ Can the Customs Duty Waiver Scheme help?
✅ Could the Customs Duty Reimbursement Scheme apply?
Get ahead today - access guidance & events:
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/us-t...
✅ Do US products in your supply chain face new tariffs?
✅ Can the Customs Duty Waiver Scheme help?
✅ Could the Customs Duty Reimbursement Scheme apply?
Get ahead today - access guidance & events:
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/us-t...
April 16, 2025 at 8:38 AM
Prepare for potential EU tariffs on US goods from 14 July
✅ Do US products in your supply chain face new tariffs?
✅ Can the Customs Duty Waiver Scheme help?
✅ Could the Customs Duty Reimbursement Scheme apply?
Get ahead today - access guidance & events:
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/us-t...
✅ Do US products in your supply chain face new tariffs?
✅ Can the Customs Duty Waiver Scheme help?
✅ Could the Customs Duty Reimbursement Scheme apply?
Get ahead today - access guidance & events:
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/us-t...
What could a £5,000 voucher do for your business?
@investni.bsky.social Innovation Vouchers allow you to access the skills and expertise of public sector knowledge providers, such as universities and colleges, in NI and ROI.
Apply by 3pm on Fri 2 May 🔽
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/inno...
@investni.bsky.social Innovation Vouchers allow you to access the skills and expertise of public sector knowledge providers, such as universities and colleges, in NI and ROI.
Apply by 3pm on Fri 2 May 🔽
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/inno...
Innovation Vouchers: April 2025 call
What could a £5,000 voucher do for your business?
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk
April 14, 2025 at 10:15 AM
What could a £5,000 voucher do for your business?
@investni.bsky.social Innovation Vouchers allow you to access the skills and expertise of public sector knowledge providers, such as universities and colleges, in NI and ROI.
Apply by 3pm on Fri 2 May 🔽
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/inno...
@investni.bsky.social Innovation Vouchers allow you to access the skills and expertise of public sector knowledge providers, such as universities and colleges, in NI and ROI.
Apply by 3pm on Fri 2 May 🔽
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/inno...
Indo-Pacific opportunities | Unlock your business potential for growth in well-known markets such as India, Singapore, Japan, and Australia, as well as burgeoning economies like Indonesia, Sri Lanka, and Vietnam, with this event in Belfast - register now 🔽 www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/disc...
Discover export opportunities in the Indo-Pacific region
Belfast event will outline how businesses can grow into markets in South Asia and the Asia Pacific regions.
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February 12, 2025 at 2:55 PM
Indo-Pacific opportunities | Unlock your business potential for growth in well-known markets such as India, Singapore, Japan, and Australia, as well as burgeoning economies like Indonesia, Sri Lanka, and Vietnam, with this event in Belfast - register now 🔽 www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/disc...
NI Small Business Loan Fund | Small businesses can apply for loans from £10k to £100k for:
- start-up costs
- expansion/growth finance
- working capital
- new product/market development
- match funding
- new asset purchases
Find out more 🔽
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/ni-s...
- start-up costs
- expansion/growth finance
- working capital
- new product/market development
- match funding
- new asset purchases
Find out more 🔽
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/ni-s...
NI Small Business Loan Fund
Small businesses in Northern Ireland can apply for loans from £10,000 to £100,000.
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk
February 4, 2025 at 1:58 PM
NI Small Business Loan Fund | Small businesses can apply for loans from £10k to £100k for:
- start-up costs
- expansion/growth finance
- working capital
- new product/market development
- match funding
- new asset purchases
Find out more 🔽
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/ni-s...
- start-up costs
- expansion/growth finance
- working capital
- new product/market development
- match funding
- new asset purchases
Find out more 🔽
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/ni-s...
What could a £5,000 voucher do for your business? 💡
An @investni.bsky.social Innovation Voucher can help you to access the skills and expertise of public sector knowledge providers, such as universities and colleges in NI and ROI - apply by Fri 7 Feb 🔽
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/inno...
An @investni.bsky.social Innovation Voucher can help you to access the skills and expertise of public sector knowledge providers, such as universities and colleges in NI and ROI - apply by Fri 7 Feb 🔽
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/inno...
Innovation Vouchers: January 2025 call
Apply for a £5,000 Innovation Voucher and work with experts to develop or improve products and services.
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk
January 20, 2025 at 2:08 PM
What could a £5,000 voucher do for your business? 💡
An @investni.bsky.social Innovation Voucher can help you to access the skills and expertise of public sector knowledge providers, such as universities and colleges in NI and ROI - apply by Fri 7 Feb 🔽
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/inno...
An @investni.bsky.social Innovation Voucher can help you to access the skills and expertise of public sector knowledge providers, such as universities and colleges in NI and ROI - apply by Fri 7 Feb 🔽
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/inno...
Business in the Community Northern Ireland are looking for SMEs from across NI who are just beginning their climate action journey - the Climate Action Programme could help you to reduce your C02 emissions - find out more and apply now 🔽 www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/clim...
Climate Action Programme funded places available
Programme will support SMEs to take climate action support and reduce their CO2 emissions.
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January 15, 2025 at 2:53 PM
Business in the Community Northern Ireland are looking for SMEs from across NI who are just beginning their climate action journey - the Climate Action Programme could help you to reduce your C02 emissions - find out more and apply now 🔽 www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/clim...
'How to Export' is a new 10-part series of free webinars from the UK Export Academy.
The next webinar takes place at 2pm tomorrow (Fri 10 Jan):
➡️ How to: Build an effective international marketing strategy
Find out more 🔽
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/how-...
The next webinar takes place at 2pm tomorrow (Fri 10 Jan):
➡️ How to: Build an effective international marketing strategy
Find out more 🔽
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/how-...
How to export: New series of webinars from the UK Export Academy
Learn the fundamentals of selling overseas.
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk
January 9, 2025 at 3:46 PM
'How to Export' is a new 10-part series of free webinars from the UK Export Academy.
The next webinar takes place at 2pm tomorrow (Fri 10 Jan):
➡️ How to: Build an effective international marketing strategy
Find out more 🔽
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/how-...
The next webinar takes place at 2pm tomorrow (Fri 10 Jan):
➡️ How to: Build an effective international marketing strategy
Find out more 🔽
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/how-...
From 24 February 2025, new procurement rules will reshape how public bodies purchase goods and services. To help suppliers understand these changes, the Department for Transport and the Cabinet Office are hosting two free webinars - register now 🔽 www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/webi...
Webinars: Prepare for changes to the Procurement Act
Suppliers can join free webinars in January to learn how the Procurement Act 2023 will transform public procurement.
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk
January 8, 2025 at 11:30 AM
From 24 February 2025, new procurement rules will reshape how public bodies purchase goods and services. To help suppliers understand these changes, the Department for Transport and the Cabinet Office are hosting two free webinars - register now 🔽 www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/webi...
The Labour Relations Agency has issued guidance to help employers minimise the potential of workplace issues over the Christmas 2024 period - find a list of FAQs that businesses ask LRA each Christmas, and links to further resources and support 🔽 www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/chri...
Christmas 2024 employer guidance for parties and holidays
Guidance to help employers manage key workplace issues over the festive period including parties and holidays.
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk
December 5, 2024 at 2:09 PM
The Labour Relations Agency has issued guidance to help employers minimise the potential of workplace issues over the Christmas 2024 period - find a list of FAQs that businesses ask LRA each Christmas, and links to further resources and support 🔽 www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/chri...
Are you ready to move business-to-business (B2B) parcels from GB into NI? 📦
Find out what the new arrangements are for B2B parcels, where these would apply, and the importance of applying for UK Internal Market Scheme (UKIMS) authorisation.
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/are-...
Find out what the new arrangements are for B2B parcels, where these would apply, and the importance of applying for UK Internal Market Scheme (UKIMS) authorisation.
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/are-...
December 3, 2024 at 3:33 PM
Are you ready to move business-to-business (B2B) parcels from GB into NI? 📦
Find out what the new arrangements are for B2B parcels, where these would apply, and the importance of applying for UK Internal Market Scheme (UKIMS) authorisation.
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/are-...
Find out what the new arrangements are for B2B parcels, where these would apply, and the importance of applying for UK Internal Market Scheme (UKIMS) authorisation.
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/are-...
SME Productivity Booster | @economyni.bsky.social has launched a new programme in partnership with the 6 Further Education Colleges to equip local businesses with the skills and knowledge to enhance productivity, competitiveness, and growth - find out more 🔽 www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/new-...
New scheme to help businesses boost productivity
The SME Productivity Booster scheme will help Northern Ireland businesses boost productivity with a simple four-stage approach.
www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk
December 3, 2024 at 3:25 PM
SME Productivity Booster | @economyni.bsky.social has launched a new programme in partnership with the 6 Further Education Colleges to equip local businesses with the skills and knowledge to enhance productivity, competitiveness, and growth - find out more 🔽 www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/new-...