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Aerospace Innovator Bootcamp

Opportunity for aerospace startups and SMEs, and businesses from adjacent sectors looking to bring their products and applications into the aerospace sector. 

£4 million available to solve the 2023 CRACK IT challenges

Funding is available for innovations to replace, reduce and refine the use of animals in research.

Workplace Transport Inspection Campaign in the Manufacturing sector

Campaign aims to ensure effective controls are in place to manage the risks associated with workplace transport.

Industry-related Training Small Grant Scheme for Ards and North Down

Financial support for businesses interested in providing a workplace training initiative for their employees.

Views sought on new affordable housing fund

Views welcomed from the housing sector on the funding package associated with the delivery of new affordable homes for rent.

Get a sustainability report for your business

Support to gauge environmental performance across areas such as raw materials, energy, carbon, packaging, biodiversity and waste

London Trade Programme for Lisburn and Castlereagh businesses

Opportunities for food, drink, hospitality and tourism businesses.

Smart Manufacturing Data Hub workshop | Newry

Free workshop for manufacturers on how to unlock value from data.

Upcoming events for Belfast businesses

Get involved with upskilling and start-up events for Belfast based businesses.

Webinars: Movement of goods from GB to NI under the Windsor Framework

Webinars covering the Northern Ireland Retail Movement Scheme, groupage and mixed load consignments.

Registering for the Common Health Entry Document Operator Portal (CHOP)

New database to ease the movement of Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) goods between GB and NI.

SBRI funding: Clinical biomarker tools and technologies for dementia

Apply for a share of £6 million to develop or repurpose innovative solutions for dementia therapies. 

Bricks or Sticks small business development programme

Workshop series for new and existing business owners.

Access to Finance: Growth Loan Fund II

Apply now for loans between £100,000 and £500,000

Workshops to help employers support older workers

Age-inclusiveness webinars will give employers insight into the issues facing older workers and help them provide the support staff need.

Pipeline Investment Fund for Belfast music venues

Belfast music venues can apply for grants of up to £5,000.

Healthcare innovation funding opportunity for SMEs

Up to £150,000 funding is available to help businesses reach the next stage in their medical device development pathway.

Innovate UK Diverse Innovators Award

With cash awards and bespoke business support, this initiative aims to uncover diverse hidden talent around the UK.

Arts & Business NI Awards now open

Arts & Business NI is encouraging entries from business and arts partnerships of all sizes.

Latest employer webinars from the Labour Relations Agency

Upcoming online events to help businesses successfully navigate key employment challenges and issues.

10X Economic Vision: Delivery Plan for 2023-24

The Department for the Economy has published the 10X Delivery Plan for 2023-24 which aims to be a step-change for growth for the economy.

Mentor Support Programme for Newry, Mourne and Down businesses

This free programme will feature one-to-one support and skills development workshops.