Trade NI to bring major business delegation to London with call for targeted tax measures to unlock Northern Ireland growth
Targeted use of taxation levers will be critical to unlocking economic growth in Northern Ireland, a Trade NI delegation will tell the UK Government at an event focusing on the Northern Ireland economy at Surveyors House, Westminster on 13 May 2026. The annual...
Funding Available for EV Charging Infrastructure What Manufacturers Should Know
Manufacturers considering investment in electric vehicle EV infrastructure may want to take note of two UK Government funding schemes currently available. The Workplace Charging Scheme offers a straightforward route for businesses to install EV charge points, covering...
MJM Marine on Quest for Azamara Deal
MJM Marine has secured a major new contract with Azamara Cruises, marking the continuation of a long-standing relationship between the two organisations. The project will see Newry headquartered MJM Marine deliver a substantial refit programme on board the Azamara...
AICC launches free AI Learning Lab
The Artificial Intelligence Collaboration Centre (AICC) has launched a free online platform to help individuals and organisations build practical artificial intelligence (AI) skills. The AI Learning Lab features a Virtual Learning Environment with self-paced,...
Consultation on Minimum wage rates from April 2027 and beyond
Firms from Northern Ireland are being urged to feed directly into the UK’s next round of minimum wage decisions, with the Low Pay Commission consultation for 2026 now open. The consultation will shape recommendations for National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage...
Don’t rush largest overhaul of employment legislation in a decade, say businesses
A coalition of over 20 business groups has today (Monday, 13th April) called on Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald and the wider Executive not to rush through wide-ranging and complex employment rights legislation in the short time left in this Assembly mandate....
NI Hauliers: Cut Fuel Costs and Emissions
Northern Ireland haulage and logistics operators are being invited to attend a short online session on the 15th April at 10am exploring a technology designed to reduce fuel costs and emissions across existing fleets. At a time when diesel costs remain volatile the...
Heron Manufacture Scoop Two Awards at Belfast Telegraph Business Awards
Heron Manufacture have won two awards at the recent Belfast Telelgraph Business Awards- walking away with the Outstanding Business of the Year Award, and Excellence in Manufacturing. The Cookstown based business supplies bespoke windows, doors, fire-rated solutions...
Causeway Coast and Glens Regional Job Fair Thursday 14 May 2026 – Employer Registration Promotion
Department for Communities and Causeway Coast and Glens Labour Market Partnership are inviting employers who will be recruiting within the Causeway Coast and Glens Council area to register their interest in this jobs fair. To be considered for a stand at the event,...