New initiative aims to widen access to skilled jobs and build a stronger, more versatile workforce across the economy. The Department for the Economy (DfE) has announced the introduction of All Age Apprenticeships, which provide opportunities for more people to embark on a career of their choice. DfE will now fully fund the off-the-job training…
This programme helps workplaces to improve the health and wellbeing of their employees through personalised support. Work Well Live Well is a free workplace health and wellbeing support programme funded by the Public Health Agency (PHA) and delivered by Northern Ireland Chest Heart & Stroke (NICHS). The aim of Work Well Live Well is to…
Could your business use £5,000 to solve a knowledge problem? Invest Northern Ireland Innovation Vouchers allow you to access the skills and expertise of universities, colleges or Institutes of Technology in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. £5K Innovation Vouchers allow businesses or potential entrepreneurs to get expertise from a public sector knowledge provider, such…
The Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) has launched a new £880,000 competition to fund innovative proposals that can help reduce cyber risk across defence Cyber attacks are becoming more sophisticated, with potentially more impact on military operations. This themed competition seeks to support: novel tools that strengthen digital resilience across defence novel approaches that enable…
UK registered businesses can apply for grant funding alongside private investment from selected investor partners Innovate UK, as part of UK Research and Innovation (URKI), has selected a pool of investor partners to provide you with support for research and development, and access to the capital investment you need to develop and commercialise your innovations.…
A close look at the benefits of Wildflowers Wildflowers offer a multitude of benefits that extend far beyond their visual beauty. These resilient and diverse plants play a vital role in ecosystems and provide various advantages to both the environment and human well-being. Let’s explore some of the ways wildflowers can make a positive impact:…
A good business startup idea is one that aligns with your skills, passions, and the needs of the market. While the best idea can vary based on individual circumstances and trends, here are some potentially promising startup ideas to consider: E-Commerce Store with Niche Products: Identify a specific niche or target audience and create an…
Helping individuals discover their full potential. The Northern Ireland (NI) Explore Enterprise Support Service is a new initiative delivered by Enterprise Northern Ireland in partnership with The Princes Trust NI which provides self-employment or employment support to economically inactive individuals across Northern Ireland. This is a free service that provides an insight into starting a business or allows you to take…
Get involved with a range of networking, upskilling, and start-up events from Women in Business. Women in Business is running a wide-ranging programme of female entrepreneurship events over the upcoming months. The events include sectoral networking, webinars, and training courses for essential skills. Upcoming training and networking events Women in STEM 7 September 2023, 9am…
The Northern Ireland (NI) Explore Enterprise Support Service is a new initiative delivered by Enterprise Northern Ireland in partnership with The Princes Trust NI which provides self-employment or employment support to economically inactive individuals across Northern Ireland. This is a free service that provides an insight into starting a business or allows you to take the first steps to…
