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Empty to Energised Grant for Ards and North Down
Financial assistance to renovate empty commercial properties, making them fit for purpose and ready to occupy.
Founder Labs – Accelerating Innovation Programme
Support, funding, and expertise to bring your entrepreneurial vision to life.
GBIP in Singapore: MarTech Summit
Innovate UK is inviting ambitious UK marketing and advertising businesses to take part in a market visit to the MarTech Summit in Singapore in March 2026.
Food and hospitality businesses: Information and networking event in Belfast
Free workshop for food and hospitality businesses providing information on best practice and building professional relationships.
New DSIT survey on AI and software cyber security
The UK government wants to hear from cyber security businesses working with AI and secure software.
Women in Cyber Conference 2026
Women in Cyber is hosting its third national cyber security conference on 23 March 2026 at ICC Wales.
Construction employers: Register for Open Doors 2026
Sign up to host Open Doors events in March 2026 and showcase construction careers to future talent.
Self Assessment scam warning
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) is reminding Self Assessment customers to be alert to potential scams and fraudsters.
CMA seeks feedback on civil engineering market review
Have your say on the CMA’s civil engineering market study.
Horticulture Pilot Scheme to support local growers
Growers in Northern Ireland are invited to register their interest in the new Horticulture Pilot Scheme, a programme designed to help improve the production horticulture sector.
Innovate UK Growth Catalyst for late-stage startups
Funding and support are available for SMEs at seed or Series A stage with innovative projects in key sectors.
Creative Communities on a Shared Island Fund
Creative Communities Fund aims to build connections through culture and creativity across the island.
Vacant to Vibrant scheme for Belfast
Belfast City Council is inviting applications for its citywide Vacant to Vibrant scheme.
JobStart Apprenticeship Pathway Employer Information Session
Online event will highlight the JobStart Apprenticeship Pathway and the support available to help employers address key skills gaps.
Rail trade mission to Spain
UK railway suppliers, including those in Northern Ireland, can apply for a trade mission to Spain from 3 to 5 March 2026.
New €14 billion Horizon Europe Work Programme for business innovation
The European Commission has agreed a new €14 billion Horizon Europe Work Programme for 2026 to 2027, with fresh funding calls that may interest innovative businesses.
Get ready for Import Control System 2 (ICS2)
ICS2 will become mandatory from 31 December for all those moving goods from GB to NI.
Spread the cost of your Self Assessment tax bill
Self Assessment customers unable to pay their tax bill in full can plan ahead and spread the cost by using HMRC's Time to Pay arrangement.
Apply for Cinemagic Digital Film Academy 2025/26
Funded film and TV training, professional mentoring and recognised qualifications for people aged 18 and over across Northern Ireland.
Female Founders grant competition
Techstart Ventures and Women in Business are offering grants of up to £35,000 to female entrepreneurs in Northern Ireland with innovative business ideas.
Ending Violence Against Women and Girls: funding opportunity for Lisburn and Castlereagh
This funding aims to help change the attitudes, behaviours, and culture of violence against women and girls.
Women in Innovation Awards 2025/26 now open for applications
The competition will award up to 60 women innovators, each receiving up to £75,000 in grant funding and 12 months of tailored business support.