Rural Micro Capital Grant Now Open – Apply for up to £2,000
The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) has launched the 2025/26 Rural Micro Capital Grant Scheme (RMCGS), supporting rural community groups, voluntary organisations, and Social Economy Enterprises. Grants of £500–£2,000 are available for projects addressing poverty and social isolation in rural areas. Eligible projects can include: Upgrading or modernising buildings or equipment Investing […]
New Online Academy to Help Local Businesses Trade Globally with Confidence
Businesses in Omagh and across Northern Ireland now have the chance to sharpen their international trade skills thanks to a new online academy launched by the Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Running from September to December 2025, the programme offers a series of expert-led training sessions delivered via Zoom. Each 3-hour workshop takes […]
Omagh Businesses Urged to Act on New Packaging Waste Rules
Small businesses across Omagh and Northern Ireland are being reminded to check if they need to register and report their packaging data under new Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations. For the first time, companies with an annual turnover of more than £1 million and handling over 25 tonnes of packaging each year must record and […]
Join Europe’s flagship R&I Event — Online or in Brussels
Omagh businesses, mark your calendars for 16–17 September. The European Commission’s annual flagship research & innovation event returns to The Square, Brussels — with a full online programme too, so you can take part from Tyrone. Expect high-level talks, expert panels, and networking bringing together policymakers, researchers, industry leaders and the wider innovation community. Discussions […]
Construction Employers in NI – Register with CITB NI
Construction industry employers in Northern Ireland who are active for 27 weeks or more in the tax year must register with the Construction Industry Training Board NI (CITB NI). By law, every employer in the sector is required to complete an annual Levy Return issued by CITB NI: If your wage bill is over £80,000, […]
New NISRA Report Highlights Work Quality Trends in Northern Ireland
The Northern Ireland Statistics & Research Agency (NISRA) has published its latest Work Quality statistical bulletin, adding six new indicators to help assess the state of employment across the region. The new measures look at: Accidents at work Underemployment Trade union membership Participation in training Overtime (paid and unpaid) Zero-hours contracts This builds on the […]
Explore Responsible AI for Businesses in Omagh
The Alan Turing Institute will host a free online workshop, AI Challenges and Consequences, on Thursday 23 October 2025, from 1pm to 4pm. As part of the Innovate UK BridgeAI programme, this event is aimed at SME leaders and professionals in places like Omagh and across Northern Ireland who are exploring, or already using, AI […]
DAERA Announces Changes to Animal Transport Policy
The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) has confirmed changes to animal transport policy for shows and exhibitions, coming into effect from 1 October 2025. Key Changes From this date, the following types of transport will no longer be considered “in connection with an economic activity” and will therefore be exempt from Regulation […]
Invest NI Workshops: Identifying and Addressing Your Business Training Needs
Businesses across Omagh and beyond are being encouraged to take part in upcoming Invest NI Training Needs Workshops, designed to help employers identify skills gaps and develop clear plans for growth. The Training Needs Analysis and Training Needs to Training Plan workshops will provide practical guidance on assessing your workforce’s skills, aligning training with business […]
Have Your Say: Recruitment Challenges in Hospitality and Tourism
Employers in the hospitality and tourism sector across Northern Ireland – including here in Omagh – are being asked to share their views on the barriers they face when recruiting and retaining staff from diverse and underrepresented groups. People 1st International, in partnership with the Hospitality and Tourism Skills Network (HATS), Tourism NI, the Northern […]