This call for evidence seeks views, evidence and experiences of applying for and accessing debt finance in the UK for small businesses The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) is seeking views, evidence and experiences of applying for and accessing debt finance in the UK. This call for evidence covers all aspects of: the lending…
New rates for statutory payments in force from April 2025. Employers should be aware that from April 2025, a number of statutory payment rates will increase for the 2025-26 financial year. All rates listed below will increase from Sunday 6 April 2025. Statutory Maternity, Paternity, Adoption, Shared Parental and Parental Bereavement Pay The Statutory Maternity…
Prepare for new parcels arrangements from 1 May 2025 Following the guidance issued in September 2024, there has been extensive preparatory work undertaken for the new arrangements for the movement of goods from Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales) to Northern Ireland by parcels or freight set out in the Windsor Framework. As a result,…
€17m funding is available to boost technology and social inclusion in rural areas The Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB) encourages eligible organisations to apply to the Smart Towns and Villages call under the PEACEPLUS programme. €17m of funding is available to boost technology and social inclusion in rural areas across Northern Ireland and the border…
