Proof of concept grant competition Entrepreneurs with new and innovative business ideas can apply for funding through the Regional Innovation Challenge, a Northern Ireland-wide grant competition run by Techstart Ventures. The competition supports founders at the earliest stage of development, offering proof of concept grants of up to £15,000 to help test and assess the…
Access free food safety guidance and training from the FSA The Food Standards Agency (FSA) is encouraging food businesses to make food safety a priority in 2026. Its ‘Here to Help’ resources provide free tools, training and guidance to help you keep food safe and protect your customers. Whether you run a café, takeaway, corner…
Innovate UK Innovation Loans Round 25 Loans for innovative late-stage R&D projects Innovate UK is offering up to £25 million in loans to help UK micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) progress highly innovative late-stage research and development (R&D) projects with strong commercial potential. Projects should lead to new products, processes or services that are…
📣 Calling Fermanagh & Local Businesses! Invest Northern Ireland’s Ambition to Grow programme is designed to support innovative micro, small and medium-sized businesses that want to scale, create employment and move into new markets outside Northern Ireland. Successful applicants can access up to £45,000 in funding to accelerate their growth plans. The funding package includes:…
Managing Your Business Rates Just Got Easier – New Online Services Are Here! Business owners in Fermanagh and across Northern Ireland can now take charge of their rates accounts online with a brand‑new service launched by Land & Property Services (LPS) — and it’s a real time‑saver! The Rates Online platform lets ratepayers: ✅ View…
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…
New programmes designed to help women entrepreneurs grow, innovate and scale Women entrepreneurs across the island of Ireland are invited to apply for three new programmes designed to help them grow, innovate and scale their businesses. Delivered as part of the Shared Island Enterprise Scheme and led by InterTradeIreland, in partnership with Invest Northern Ireland…
The National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage rates will increase from 1 April 2026. Employers should be aware that all minimum wage rates increase on 1 April of each year. This includes all National Minimum Wage rates and the National Living Wage rate. The new minimum wage rates apply to eligible workers in Northern…
Event will help employers create more inclusive workplaces for people with disabilities by showing how reasonable adjustments can and should be applied. This in-person event focuses on reasonable adjustments and practical ways to create workplaces that are supportive and accessible for disabled employees. The event is hosted by the Equality Commission for Northern Ireland, in…
People making money from Christmas crafts or selling festive items must check if they need to tell HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) about their earnings If you are making money from activities like making Christmas decorations, upcycling furniture for seasonal sales, or running Christmas market stalls, you must check if you need to tell HMRC…
