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Global Entrepreneurship Week 2025

Celebrate Global Entrepreneurship Week 2025 through local events and business support activities

Arts Council opens 2026/27 Annual Funding Programme

Organisations can apply for funding by 8 December 2025 to get support with year-round arts programming and operational costs.

Funding to help SMEs boost sustainability and efficiency

Small and medium-sized manufacturers can apply for funding to develop digital technologies that cut waste, reduce energy use, and improve productivity.

Christmas crafters urged to check tax rules

People making money from Christmas crafts or selling festive items must check if they need to tell HM Revenue & Customs about their earnings.

Consultation | Northern Ireland’s visitor/tourist accommodation sector

Share your thoughts on the statutory regulation of tourist accommodation.

Out of Town Centre Shopfront Improvement Programme for Antrim and Newtownabbey

Grants of up to £4,999 for local businesses to revitalise out-of-town commercial areas.

Join AI Skills Hub sessions to explore the future of AI in industry

Register for the upcoming series of interactive online discussions exploring how artificial intelligence is transforming industry and the workforce.

Funding for research and development of healthcare innovations

Apply for a share of up to £25 million for the development of innovative solutions to health and healthcare challenges.

Applications open for TechX Accelerator 2026

Innovative energy start-ups can now apply for grant funding, mentoring and access to industry networks. 

Enterprise Week 2025: Causeway Coast and Glens events

The week aims to support and promote entrepreneurship locally.

Enterprise Week 2025: Newry, Mourne and Down events

The week is dedicated to celebrating entrepreneurship and business growth across the district.

Maritime and cross-sector skills survey

Help to shape the future of Northern Ireland's maritime and advanced industries skills development.

Enterprise Week 2025: Fermanagh and Omagh events

These events will provide businesses with valuable information and insights to help them to thrive, grow and gain knowledge.

Call for NI business voices on the Windsor Framework

Organisations representing the interests of Northern Ireland businesses are invited to join a new Windsor Framework stakeholders group.

Apply for the Business Innovation Grant in Northern Ireland

Closed for applications: Up to £20,000 to fund your innovative idea with the BIG grant from Invest Northern Ireland.

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.

Enterprise Week 2025: Mid and East Antrim events

The week features a diverse range of events, workshops, and networking opportunities designed to inform, inspire, and empower.

Companies House fees are changing from 1 February 2026

Find out about the fees that are changing for Companies House services from 1 February 2026.

Register your interest in future UK Games Fund grants

Early-stage video games studios looking for grant funding for content development can register for future funding opportunities with the UK Games Fund. 

Webinar: Immersive AI for smarter business

Join this free BridgeAI webinar to discover immersive AI, its use within industries and how you can leverage it to gain a competitive edge.

RDS Circular Economy Awards

The RDS Circular Economy Awards are now accepting entries from businesses and social enterprises across the entire island of Ireland.

Ask Programme for Antrim and Newtownabbey businesses

Free mentoring to help local businesses and social enterprises overcome challenges, recognise opportunities, and achieve growth.