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WorldHost customer service training for Lisburn and Castlereagh
This training is open to businesses and individuals who want to develop a stronger customer-focused culture.
Deadline approaching for employers to onboard JobStart participants
Registered employers must onboard participants to the JobStart scheme by the deadline of Tuesday 31 March 2026.
Rate support schemes extended for 2026-27
Business rates support schemes, including Small Business Rate Relief, Back in Business, and rural ATMs exemptions, are extended until 31 March 2027.
Funding to support social enterprise activity projects
Grants are offered to organisations running activities that contribute to community wellbeing.
Children’s Alliance funding for UK water-based projects
Grants of up to £15,000 are open to UK not-for-profit organisations delivering activities for young people.
EIT opportunities for agrifood and health innovators
Agrifood and health tech innovators can now apply for several calls of European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) funding.
InterTradeIreland Equity Advisory Clinics: Spring 2026 dates
These clinics offer one-to-one advice for early-stage high growth ventures that intend to raise funds in the next 12 months.
Apply now for £30,000 Concept Plus Grants
Grants worth up to £30,000 are available to help you turn early‑stage ideas into viable products or services.
Digital Transformation Flexible Fund
The expression of interest stage for DTFF Call 7 closed on 27 February 2026.
One IPO Patents Service to launch on 31 March 2026
New UK patents service will open to the public on 31 March - here's what to expect ahead of the launch.
Using AI tools safely in patent work
CIPA has published guidance to help SMEs and inventors use AI tools in patent work while protecting confidentiality and safeguarding patent rights.
Event: Start of Season IAAT Tourism Forum
Adventure tourism networking event in Belfast with industry speakers, AI insights, and opportunities to connect
Disability Accessible and Inclusive Hospitality Training
Inclusive training event to help Belfast hospitality businesses improve accessibility for disabled guests
UK-EU SPS agreement - Call for Information
Share your views on the impact of the UK-EU SPS agreement.
InterTradeIreland Seedcorn Competition
This competition is for start-ups and early stage businesses who will have a chance to win a share of a €800,000 cash prize fund.
Employee Ownership Ireland Survey
Short survey to build a clearer regional and sectoral picture of how prepared businesses are for succession.
Dragons’ Den funding opportunity for social enterprises
A £4,000 funding opportunity is now open for social enterprises to pitch new or early-stage ideas.
Employer opportunity at Omagh Job Fair
Employers are encouraged to register their interest in exhibiting at this free event.
Visit Causeway Coast and Glens Marketing Opportunities Workshop
Marketing workshop highlighting 2026 tourism opportunities for Causeway Coast and Glens businesses
Employee Upskilling Fund for Antrim and Newtownabbey
Businesses have the opportunity to apply for a maximum grant of up to £10,000 to upskill their existing employees.
Get Ready for the Fleadh - Hospitality and Tourism Information Session
Information session to help tourism and hospitality businesses prepare for hosting Fleadh Cheoil in August 2026
Employee Ownership Ireland Roadshow | Business Succession in Northern Ireland
This event brings together owners, advisors and employee-owned businesses to discuss practical, credible succession options.