Assess, measure and monitor your business’s environmental impact and performance Invest NI’s free sustainability Reports give businesses an understanding of their environmental performance across a number of areas, such as raw materials, energy, carbon, packaging, biodiversity and waste. This support will enable your business to measure, monitor and report on your environmental impacts, demonstrating transparency…
Apply for a share of up to £3.8 million to support development of net zero products or services. Innovate UK, part of UK Research and Innovation, will work with micro, small or medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to invest up to £3.8 million in innovation projects. These will be to support the net zero agenda. The Design…
The Self Assessment deadline for the 2022 to 2023 tax year is 31 January 2024 but there are many benefits to filing earlier. Self Assessment customers could take advantage of four key benefits when filing their tax return early, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has revealed. The Self Assessment deadline for the 2022 to 2023…
Embracing the charm and close-knit community of a small town while building a thriving business can be a rewarding endeavor. Starting a business in a smaller community offers unique opportunities and challenges that require a tailored approach. In this blog, we will explore valuable tips to help aspiring entrepreneurs lay the foundation for a successful…
Views sought on requirements for ventilation, overheating risks in dwellings and electric vehicle charging infrastructure at buildings. The Department of Finance has launched a consultation discussion document on the energy efficiency requirements and other related areas of the Building Regulations, such as ventilation, overheating risks in dwellings and electric vehicle charging infrastructure at buildings. The…
Social media and search engine optimisation (SEO) Consumers use social media search functions as their go-to source for finding information on local businesses, including recommendations and reviews, instead of using traditional search engines like Google or Bing. The growth in social media search presents new opportunities for businesses and the need to develop their social…
A Productivity Oasis A well-designed workspace is not just a place to work; it’s an environment that fosters creativity, productivity, and overall well-being. Whether you’re a remote worker, a freelancer, or an entrepreneur, the workspace you inhabit plays a significant role in shaping your output and mindset. In this blog, we’ll explore the elements that…
Apply now for loans between £100,000 and £500,000 The Growth Loan Fund is a £30million loan fund designed to support export-focused NI SMEs demonstrating growth or strong growth potential. It is part of Invest NI’s Access to Finance Strategy and loans are typically between £100,000 and £500,000. Loans are provided on commercial terms with pricing reflective of…
Views sought on NI’s 2030 and 2040 Emissions Reduction Targets and First Three Carbon Budgets. The Department for Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) on behalf of the Northern Ireland Executive has published a consultation on Northern Ireland’s 2030 and 2040 Emissions Reduction Targets and First Three Carbon Budgets and Seeking views on Climate Change…
Upcoming webinars from HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) to help employers, businesses and the self-employed understand tax issues that affect them. Listed below are a number of live HMRC webinars that will give the self-employed an understanding of key taxes that affect them and also help employers with payroll. The webinars are free and last…
