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Ban on sales of nicotine inhaling products to under-18s comes into effect
New regulations prevent the sale, and proxy sale, of nicotine-containing e-cigarettes or vapes to under-18s in Northern Ireland
Slurry season brings renewed risks to farmers
Reminder to farmers to follow the slurry mixing code to reduce risks as the closed period for slurry spreading ends on 31 January 2022
Developing automotive technologies and capabilities competition
Apply for a share of £25 million for research and development projects that help accelerate the UK towards a net zero automotive future
Digital marketing programme for Newry, Mourne and Down
This new programme will provide participants with the skills and knowledge to reach new customers and grow their business
Using Animal Health Regulation Export Health Certificates from 15 January 2022
Traders who export certain animals, germinal products and products of animal origin now need to use the AHR EHCs
SBRI Climate and Environmental Risk Analytics for Resilient Finance
Competition to develop innovative solutions that integrate climate and environmental factors into financial services
Border Controls – ROI & NI goods movements to Great Britain
Border arrangements which currently apply to goods moving from the island of Ireland (ROI and NI) to GB extended
Strategise for Success - new support programme for Newry, Mourne and Down
Get free expert advice and support on how to implement a strong business strategy
FSA launches new Food fraud resilience tool
Food businesses can use a new online tool to assess their vulnerability to food crime
Southern Regional Data Innovation Hub
Support and funding for innovation projects in Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough
Business directory for social enterprises
Get your social enterprise listed in the new Northern Ireland Social Enterprise Database
Prepare for new bans on F-gases
Details of 2022 bans on certain types of fluorinated greenhouse gases (F-gases) in refrigeration equipment
Sustainable Smart Factory competition
Up to £20m for digital innovation projects to improve the resource efficiency and energy efficiency of manufacturing processes in factories
Increase to NI Carrier Bag Levy announced
The Carrier Bag Levy charge in Northern Ireland will increase from 5 pence to 25 pence from 1 April 2022
Online workshop: Emerging digital tools and technologies for small businesses
Explore a range of digital tools that can help every business deliver a bigger impact, more sales and better customer service
Kick Start 2 programme for Fermanagh and Omagh
Support package of mentoring and workshops for early-stage micro-businesses
Consultation on revising building control fees
Proposals to uplift the building control fees as an interim measure, alongside a wholesale review, are open for public comment
Get ready for the Plastic Packaging Tax
Free webinars to help your business prepare for the upcoming Plastic Packaging Tax
The Power of PR programme for Newry, Mourne and Down
This free programme aims to help small businesses effectively promote their business on a tight budget