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Businesses are encouraged to take action to ensure they are prepared for the implementation of the ban on 1 June 2025.

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has launched a new online interactive tool to guide businesses and individuals through tax compliance checks.

This event will provide valuable insights into the latest trends and best practices in cyber security.

Have your say on the government's proposals to improve HM Revenue & Customs' (HMRC's) approach to dispute resolution.

Have your say on proposed changes to the Soft Drinks Industry Levy.

Have your say on government proposals to simplify tax, reduce opportunities for error and non-compliance and crack down on waste crime.

Get the knowledge and skills to increase export capability and cross-border sales.

Have your say on government proposals to introduce a new single remote gambling duty.

UnLtd offer funding to support social entrepreneurs and social ventures in starting and scaling their businesses.

A series of events designed to help businesses grow by focusing on key topics, including equity, debt finance, grants, and transitioning to net zero.

Complete the Vaping Products Duty Pre-Registration Data survey to ensure you receive communications on the introduction of the new duty.

An opportunity to provide input into Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) policy development in Northern Ireland.

Are you a social enterprise based on the island of Ireland? Apply for the Impact Programme and receive €20,000 in unrestricted funding.

New toolkit for businesses and industries in Northern Ireland to harness 5G to drive innovation and economic growth.

Training programme to help strengthen the skills of voluntary and community groups involved in planning and delivering events.

Apply for a share of up to £5 million for feasibility studies on improving semiconductor design and manufacture within the UK.

Complete the survey to feed into a new guide listing businesses that offer apprenticeship opportunities in the Ards and North Down Borough Council area.

An enforcement initiative is taking place which specifically focuses on health surveillance for the manufacturing sector.

This programme provides aspiring female entrepreneurs with the skills, resources, and networks needed to thrive in a competitive business environment.

Innovation investments are capitalising on Northern Ireland’s expertise while growing the local economy.

Applications are now open for the Regional Talent Engines programme.

Back in Business scheme offers businesses a 50% rates discount for up to two years if they occupy a vacant shop unit.