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Shape the future of skills in the UK screen industries

A major new study is looking at skills gaps and shortages in the UK screen industries. Have your say before it closes on 30 November 2025.

Ards and North Down Food and Drink Business Support Programme

Mentoring, research, and group support is available for food and drink businesses to develop their knowledge, skills, and attitudes in key areas.

The Digital Inclusion Fund

Up to £30,000 available for UK organisations supporting blind and vision impaired people.

Business breakfasts | Export to Grow

Get practical advice to help you navigate challenges, explore opportunities and grow your business.

Enterprise Week 2025: Mid Ulster events

A series of free in-person and virtual events from 17-21 November to help local entrepreneurs start and grow their businesses.

International Trade Week 2025

Series of events designed to help businesses maximise their global potential.

UK Digital Twin Centre to host Gemini Call Live in Belfast

Join this event to learn from industry experts, connect with innovators, and help shape the future of digital twin policy.

Consultation | Definition of Social Enterprise in Northern Ireland

The Department for the Economy has launched a public consultation on a definition framework for social enterprises in Northern Ireland.

Join Hello Possible programme to explore business ideas

Catalyst is hosting free workshops this November to help you take your first steps into entrepreneurship.

NI Photonics Innovation Cluster

A new industry group has launched to help Northern Ireland businesses take advantage of opportunities in photonics - the technology behind lasers, sensors and fibre optics.

Ambition to Grow | Supporting Women

Apply now for up to £30,000 funding to support small and medium businesses in Northern Ireland.

Enterprise Week 2025: Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon events

The week features a mix of inspirational events, drop-in clinics, webinars, and information sessions.

Self-care workshops for individual artists

Artists can now register for a series of free self-care workshops taking place in Belfast this November as part of the Arts and Mental Health Partnership Programme.

Innovate Tourism: Lunch and Learn webinar

Explore how innovation can help your tourism business grow at this joint Tourism NI and Innovate NI webinar on 6 November 2025.

Safeguarding training for Arts Council NI-funded organisations

If your organisation receives funding from the Arts Council of Northern Ireland, you can now take part in a series of free safeguarding and safer practice training sessions.

Protect your business with a free 'AI and Cyber Security' course

As part of the Innovate UK BridgeAI programme, this new cyber security training is now available on demand.

Core Grant Funding Scheme 2026-27

The Department of Health is inviting not-for-profit organisations to apply for funding.

Trader opportunities at Mallusk’s Christmas Market

Local businesses are invited to apply for Mallusk’s Christmas Market.

Apply for Naturesave Trust Funding

Grants up to £5,000 available for social enterprises, charities and community organisations.

Regional Balance Fund for Fermanagh and Omagh | Information sessions

Find out about this funding and share your views on how it could be used to help businesses grow.

Supporting Digital Transformation webinar series

Events to help grow and transform your business using advanced digital technologies.

File your 2024-25 Self Assessment tax return early

Know how much tax you owe sooner and prepare to pay your bill by filing your Self Assessment tax return ahead of the 31 January deadline.