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Latest News - January 2024

File your Self Assessment tax return and pay your tax bill by 31 January 2024

The deadline for filing your Self Assessment tax return online and paying the tax you owe is midnight on Wednesday 31 January 2024.

Upskilling for Growth: Free training for Newry, Mourne and Down businesses

Upskilling for Growth offers local employers the opportunity to invest in their staff by providing them with upskilling opportunities.

Webinar: Social Media Trends for Your Business in 2024

Hear what social media trends are dominating the platforms in 2024 and how you can implement them into your business.

Inclusive Smart Solutions programme

Innovation programme to increase participation of low-income and vulnerable consumers in the emerging smart, flexible energy system.

Investment Fund for Northern Ireland: roadshow events

These events will help you to understand the different funding options available through the fund.

AI standards for SMEs webinar

Register to join this free webinar to gain insights into the benefits of artificial intelligence standards for your business.

Manchester Prize for AI

New £1 million grand prize opens for artificial intelligence solutions that can drive positive change in society.

Apprenticeship Week 2024

Employers are urged to get involved in Apprenticeship Week running from Monday 5 to Friday 9 February 2024.

Cashflow advice meetings for dairy farmers

Support events for farmers struggling to cover the full cost of milk production and facing upcoming tax payments.

Call for Evidence on Planning Policy and Climate Change

Views and evidence sought on proposed areas of focus for a review of the SPPS on the issue of climate change.

UK Emissions Trading Scheme consultation

Views sought on proposed changes to the UK Emissions Trading Scheme to support progress to net zero.

£4,000 'Pitch Perfect' competition

Apply before Friday 19 January 2024 for a chance to win cash funding at IoD's annual Women's Leadership Conference.

Free data analytics training for food and drink SMEs

Mid and East Antrim Borough Council is hosting this free, targeted training event for drink and agri-food businesses in the area.

Webinar to launch Maritime funding playbook

Connected Places Catapult is launching their Maritime SME Innovation Funding Guide on 31 January 2024 – register to join their online launch event.

Funding for eSIM reader technology projects

Apply now for up to £120,000 in funding to develop electronic SIM reader technology to help keep national security officers safe.

New tax credits for film, TV and video game makers

Starting 1 January 2024, the Audio-Visual Expenditure Credit and Video Games Expenditure Credit have replaced the old tax reliefs, offering companies more benefits, flexibility, and clarity.

Meet the Buyer event for market ready tourism businesses

Recruitment will close on 5 January for Tourism Northern Ireland's flagship event that allows businesses to meet with key buyers in 2024.

Consultation on reforms to increase levels of WEEE reuse and recycling

Views sought on driving towards a more circular economy through increased collection and proper treatment of WEEE products.