Energy efficiency and related areas of the Building Regulations consultation

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 best practice for business

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…

Creating the Perfect Workspace

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…

Access to Finance: Growth Loan Fund II

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…

Consultation on climate action in Northern Ireland

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…

Latest HMRC tax webinars

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…

Innovation Loans Future Economy competition

UK registered businesses can apply for loans for innovative projects with strong commercial potential to significantly improve the UK economy Innovate UK is offering up to £25 million in loans to micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Loans are for highly innovative late-stage research and development (R&D) projects with the best potential for the future.…

Workshops to help employers support older workers

Age-inclusiveness webinars will give employers insight into the issues facing older workers and help them provide the support staff need. Business in the Community is hosting a number of online workshops over the next few months as part of their Age-Inclusiveness Learning Network. The network brings professionals interested in age inclusion together online, to hear…

MIND YOGA TEACHING ACADEMY

MIND YOGA TEACHING ACADEMY Here at Mind Yoga teaching Academy, we always pay close attention to the most recent scientific studies on health and wellbeing, in order to keep our teaching information up to date. With that as our approach in providing the best anatomical, physiological and psychological course possible. Our latest beneficial piece of…

New Service For Economically Inactive Across NI Launches To Combat Unemployment

Enterprise NI and Prince’s Trust NI team up to deliver Northern Ireland Explore Enterprise Support Service to 1200 people. A new service aimed at engaging Northern Ireland’s most economically inactive people was launched by Enterprise NI and Prince’s Trust this week (22 June) The new service Northern Ireland Explore Enterprise Support Service (NIEESS), is set to run…