Latest News - October 2025
Consultation | The Statutory Regulation of Tourist Accommodation
Public consultation to review tourist accommodation regulations in Northern Ireland.
Grants for Good programme
Apply year-round for unrestricted grants supporting social enterprises and charities.
Applications open for the Community Grant scheme
Eight £250 grants are available to support a range of sectors.
Free cyber security toolkit
The Cyber Action Toolkit helps sole traders and small businesses take simple steps to protect against cyber criminals.
Eastside Awards 2025
The Eastside Awards celebrate ten years of recognising the organisations driving East Belfast’s economic and community development.
Help your clients prepare for Making Tax Digital for Income Tax
How tax agents and advisers can help their clients prepare for the requirement of Making Tax Digital for Income Tax from 6 April 2026.
Applications open for new Activate AI programme
AwakenHub has launched Activate AI, a new programme to help businesses in Northern Ireland use artificial intelligence to grow.
Getting started with Cross Border Collaboration course
Free training available for organisations exploring cross border cooperation.
Safety campaign targets deadly falls in construction and farming
A campaign will see inspections taking place on construction sites and farms throughout October.
Age-positive workplaces | Businesses invited to contribute to research project
Local businesses are invited to feed into a new research initiative aimed at creating more age-inclusive workplaces.
Supplier Sourcing Event for Ards and North Down
Find out about the available work within the Housing Executive Private Sector Grants in the Ards and North Down area.
Digital Evolution Awards for artists and arts organisations
Arts Council of Northern Ireland has opened applications for two Digital Evolution funding schemes to support local artists and arts organisations.
Survey: How NI businesses use artificial intelligence
Belfast Chamber is asking Northern Ireland businesses to share how they use - or why they don't use - artificial intelligence.
Core Funding Programme 2026–27 now open for applications
Funding open for charities, companies limited by guarantee, and community interest companies promoting good relations in Northern Ireland.
Funding for new interactive projects in Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland Screen has opened applications for its Interactive Development funding call, aimed at supporting new interactive projects.
Mid Ulster Jobs and Apprenticeship Fair | Employer opportunity
Local businesses in Mid Ulster are invited to apply to exhibit at this jobs and apprenticeships fair.
Consultation on banning BPA in food packaging
Food businesses are invited to share their thoughts on the proposed ban of bisphenol A and related chemicals in food contact materials.
Cultural Bridge grants for UK-German arts partnerships
Funding is available for intercultural partnerships between the UK and Germany focused on social arts practice.
Ambition to Grow | Supporting Women
Apply now for up to £30,000 funding to support small and medium businesses in Northern Ireland.
Go Succeed Grant Support | Applications open
Grants of up to £3,000 are available for businesses in all council areas.
Inclusive Tourism Vouchers for Belfast businesses
Small grants of up to £500 are available to help businesses be more inclusive.
Cyber Security Awareness Month 2025
Stay secure online this Cyber Security Awareness Month with expert tips, tools, and resources to protect against growing threats.