Latest News - October 2024

A bold new competition aimed at unearthing game-changing solutions in home decarbonisation.

Programme aiming to enhance our climate change response by developing an early warning system for tipping points.

A £62.4 million programme to catalyse a new generation of major crops that are more productive, resilient, and sustainable.

Small grant scheme for local businesses in the Lisburn and Castlereagh area to support industry-related training.

National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage rates will increase from 1 April 2025.

A summary of how the Autumn Budget 2024 affects Northern Ireland businesses.

InterTradeIreland seeks a web development agency for website support.

Employers encouraged to have their say on proposals to strengthen Statutory Sick Pay.

NI businesses can now apply for the Smart Nano Technology Access Programme, offering expert support and high-tech resources. Apply by 2 December 2024.

Boost your supply chain resilience with the new Navigator tool from the Digital Catapult's Digital Supply Chain Hub.

Join a networking event on 29 November 2024 at The MAC, Belfast to discuss artist conditions and mental health.

Apply for a share of up to £3.7 million to develop innovative digital therapeutics using extended reality (XR) for mental health solutions.

Grants of £5,000, £20,000 and £50,000 are available as part of the three-year project designed to help artists explore immersive technologies.

Belfast conference to explore ethics in technology innovation, inviting business leaders, tech experts, and academics to discuss responsible innovation practices.

UK Research and Innovation is seeking stakeholder feedback to help them address issues, tailor their activities and measure progress.

The Information Commissioner’s Office is urging businesses to get ready for a new wave of cyber security threats as quantum computing advances.

Get free entry to the Design Council's Design for Planet Festival and join the movement that's rethinking how we design, innovate, and create a greener future.

Share your views on the UK government’s proposed 10-year plan for the economy.

Find out how devolution and increased local decision-making may impact the UK’s creative, cultural and heritage sectors.

Applications are now open for the new talent development program, offering mentoring, networking, and more to sound professionals from global majority backgrounds.

Heritage Crafts' Maker Relief Fund is targeted at people facing financial hardship while striving to make their living as a professional craftsperson.

Details on open funding opportunities for individuals and businesses working in the UK space sector.