Budget 2025

A summary of how the Budget 2025 affects Northern Ireland businesses. The Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, delivered the Budget announcement on Wednesday 26 November 2025. We provide a summary of the announcements to help you understand their potential impact on your business. Growth forecast 1.5% of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in 2025 1.4% of GDP in…

NI Apprenticeship Week 2026

Employers are encouraged to participate in Northern Ireland Apprenticeship Week, taking place from Monday 2 February to Friday 6 February 2026. Would-be apprentices and employers are being encouraged to release their potential during Northern Ireland Apprenticeship Week 2026. Led by the Department for the Economy (DfE), Northern Ireland Apprenticeship Week will feature events across all…

The Digital Inclusion Fund

Up to £30,000 available for UK organisations supporting blind and vision impaired people The Digital Inclusion Fund aims to improve access to employment for blind and vision impaired individuals by supporting digital inclusion at key stages of their journey into work and career development. Organisations may apply for up to £30,000 per project. Eligibility criteria…