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Latest News - June 2026

UK Global Screen Fund support for international growth

UK screen and video game businesses can apply for funding to support international development, distribution, and game releases.

IPO launches new Knowledge Asset Management Hub

The Intellectual Property Office has launched a new hub to help businesses and research organisations better identify, protect and commercialise intellectual property.

Mind Body Business initiative for Ards and North Down

Grant scheme for workplace health and wellbeing initiatives for employees now open for applications.

Safety campaign targets the dangers of silica dust

Inspectors will be carrying out coordinated inspections over the next three months.

Community batteries consultation

Views sought on the case for community batteries as part of the green energy transition.

Support for women researchers with WeVenture

Supportive, structured guidance to help women researchers explore and grow the commercial potential of their work.

InterTradeIreland Nourish and Innovate Programme

An all-Island pilot for rural and emerging food businesses

Small Grants Scheme 2026-27

These grants support environmental improvement projects that make a positive difference in the wider community.

Shared Island Clusters and Networks

Support to help business clusters across the island of Ireland to collaborate, grow, and succeed.

The King's Awards for Enterprise 2027

Northern Ireland businesses are invited to apply for the UK's most prestigious business award.

Digitalisation support for social enterprises in NI

A new programme helps social enterprises improve websites, digital strategy and AI use to support growth and income generation.

Women TechEU 2 EIC call for applicants

Women-led deep tech startups can apply for €75,000 in EU funding through the Women TechEU 2 EIC programme.

Games Development Call: Summer 2026

Up to £15,000 is available from Northern Ireland Screen to support narrative-led games for commercial release.

BBC Food and Farming Awards 2026

Nominations are now open for the BBC Food and Farming Awards.

Ending Violence Against Women and Girls Change Fund for Mid Ulster

Funding is available for projects designed to prevent and challenge the attitudes, behaviours and culture that can lead to violence against women and girls.

Event | Evolving as an Employer of Choice in Mid Ulster

Hear from a range of speakers on how you can successfully implement positive changes to attract, retain and develop talent.

Entries open for the Social Enterprise Awards 2026

Making a social impact in Northern Ireland? Applications are now open for the Social Enterprise Awards 2026.