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Funding for needle free medicines delivery technologies
Apply for a share of up to £1 million for the development and manufacturing of needle free technologies to administer medicines.
Funding for battery technology innovations
Innovate UK is working with Faraday Battery Challenge to invest up to £1.5 million in innovation scale-up projects.
SBRI competition: Decarbonising concrete
Businesses can apply for a share of £3 million for solutions to accelerate decarbonising concrete.
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.
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.
Consultation on increasing fees for private streets
Views sought on options to generate revenue from charging for private streets inspection services in Northern Ireland.
Further financial support announced for flooded businesses
Additional financial support will be made available for businesses affected by flooding in October & November 2023.
21 Under 21 programme for Belfast entrepreneurs
This competition is designed to unearth, recognise, and fast-track 21 exceptional potential young entrepreneurs.
Women in Tech Conference 2024
Women in Business is hosting its annual conference for women in technology.