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Cyber Essentials requirements updated on 27 April 2026, introducing new checks to strengthen cyber security for businesses.

Use this practical, customisable framework from the Alan Turing Institute to support the adoption of artificial intelligence in your business.

Accidental Theatre has launched Talk to the Professionals, a two-year professional development programme designed to support early and mid-career artists.

Share your views on a forthcoming EU regulation which may apply in Northern Ireland.

Training needs workshop series help identify skills for company growth and guide on seeking further support.

From 1 to 7 May 2026, Belfast will showcase multidisciplinary design with workshops, talks and networking for creative businesses and individuals.

Businesses and independent traders are encouraged to find out about potential opportunities available through the Fleadh.

Businesses across Northern Ireland can sign up for the 2026 Active Travel Challenge, a free initiative promoting healthier and more sustainable travel during June.

Businesses are urged to sign up to this campaign which is designed to boost visibility, drive footfall and encourage people to spend locally.

Freight Innovation Fund opens for applications, offering support and funding to innovators with ideas to tackle the sector's biggest challenges.

Training bursaries of up to £4,000 are available for new entrants and early-career UK craftspeople facing financial hardship.

Free FSA food safety guidance and training for businesses.

Grants of up to £2,500 are available to craft practitioners and organisations working on projects to support craft survival.

Nominations are now open for the 2026 Heritage Crafts Awards, celebrating makers in traditional crafts, such as silversmithing, weaving and leatherworking.

Register now to join the new PRISM Programme and get free, practical support to help your manufacturing business adopt immersive technologies, AI and digital twins.

This pilot programme supports early-stage ideas and concepts that could transform clean maritime.

Food and drink businesses have the opportunity to showcase their products at the upcoming agriculture shows.

Funding is now available through the Shared Island Civic Society Fund to support community-focused organisations.
 

Entries are now open for the 2026 Northern Ireland Women in Tech Awards.

Social Enterprise NI offers one‑to‑one support to help social enterprises plan their marketing.

Up to £150,000 is available for immersive works of fiction from experienced UK producers and creative leads.

Share your views on the draft secondary legislation for the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM).