Significant changes to Skilled Workers Visas to come into effect on 22nd July
The UK Government has announced significant changes to it migration regime, particularly around the Skilled Worker Visa’s route, to come into effect on 22 July. https://commonslibrary.parliament.uk/research-briefings/cbp-10267/ Over the past week we (and indeed our...
Interested in Doing Business in Latin America?
If your company is considering exploring opportunities in Latin America, Invest Northern Ireland can help. From identifying the right market to finding partners on the ground, Invest NI offers hands-on support for NI companies looking to trade in the region. Whether...
ANGOKA ENTERS GROWTH PHASE WITH NEW CEO, MARK GILLAN
ANGOKA, a leading smart systems cybersecurity specialist, has announced the appointment of Mark Gillan as its new Chief Executive Officer. This marks a major milestone in the company’s journey as it accelerates innovation across manufacturing, defence, and autonomous...
Utility Regulator proposes increased protection for Northern Ireland’s small business energy consumers
The Utility Regulator has published its ‘Improving the Non-domestic Consumer Experience’ position paper*, which aims to enhance protections for Northern Ireland’s non-domestic consumers of electricity and gas. Within the paper, the regulator proposes the...
Manufacturing NI to partner on €6.7m PEACEPLUS-funded digital transformation programme for SMEs
Manufacturing NI, the representative body for Northern Ireland’s manufacturing sector, will support businesses to adopt new digital technologies as part of a new E-DATA (Enterprise Digitalisation And Transformation Alliance) project. The €6.7 million cross-border...
£550,000 5G Funding Competition now open
As part of the Belfast 5G Innovation Region programme, Belfast City Council has launched a 5G funding competition to support local businesses and industries to harness the power of 5G and digital technologies, such as IoT, AI, robotics and immersive applications, to...
Unlock Energy & Carbon Savings in Your Bills
Over the past three months, the energy market has experienced significant volatility due to rapid geopolitical shifts. Rising energy costs, stricter carbon targets, and mounting procurement pressures are creating challenges for Northern Ireland’s manufacturing sector....
Northern Ireland firms take centre stage at UK manufacturing finals
Northern Ireland’s manufacturing strengths were in the spotlight last night at the national Made in the UK Awards, held in the Titanic Hotel, Liverpool. These awards are the culmination of a series of regional events, including last month's Made in Northern Ireland...
Employment Law and HR Annual Conference 2025
flyer-employersfederation-web 📅 Monday 9 September 2025 📍 The Crown, Belfast 🕘 9:30am – 4:30pm Join employers, HR professionals, and thought leaders from across Northern Ireland and beyond for a full day of insightful discussion, practical advice, and peer...