Companies House To Use GOV.UK One Login
Companies House online services will begin moving to GOV.UK One Login from Autumn 2024. GOV.UK One Login allows users to access a range of central government services using just one account, one username, and one password. This means they will not need to provide their information multiple times. First Companies House service to move Find […]
Have Your Say: Proposed Changes to Data Protection Fees
Proposals to increase the annual data protection fees The government is asking for public feedback on proposed changes to the data protection fees paid by data controllers to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO). The proposals outline a proportionate set of increases to the annual data protection fees that will amount to between £15 – £22 […]
Farmers Receive £258.4million in Direct Payments
Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) Minister Andrew Muir MLA has announced Direct Payments to Northern Ireland farmers have commenced from 2 September, with almost £260million being issued on the first day. Minister Muir said: “I am delighted to announce £258.4million of Direct Payments have issued to 23,254 farmers, representing 98% of eligible applicants, […]
Future Screens NI Funding Now Open
Funding opportunity for Northern Ireland’s creative industries Future Screens NI has opened a funding cycle to support innovation in Northern Ireland’s film, animation, games, and immersive technology sectors. Funded by the Department for Communities, and running from 1 July 2024 to 1 July 2025, this cycle offers: 74 Proof of Concept awards of £20,000 each […]
Archibald Encourages Entrepreneurs To Help Vacant Premises Get ‘Back in Business’
Finance Minister, Dr Caoimhe Archibald today called on anyone planning to start or expand their business by setting up in a long term vacant property to avail of the Back in Business scheme. The Minister was speaking as she visited two businesses who successfully applied for the rates support scheme which aims to attract new […]
Consultation | Building Resilience Skills
Have your say on how the government can help support the development of resilience skills and capabilities across industries. The Workforce Development Trust, in partnership with the UK Government, has launched a public consultation on the civil contingencies suite of National Occupational Standards (NOS) in support of the UK Government Resilience Framework. What is resilience? […]
Innovation Vouchers: September 2024 Call
What could a £5,000 voucher do for your business? Innovation Vouchers allow you to access the skills and expertise of public sector knowledge providers, such as universities and colleges, in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. Typical projects supported through Innovation Vouchers include: helping to create or improve products, services or processes access to […]
The Windsor Framework: Unlocking Opportunities for NI Businesses
Londonderry Chamber of Commerce is organising a webinar that will enhance participants’ awareness of the Windsor Framework, highlighting their obligations under the new protocol and identifying potential benefits that businesses can capitalise on. The Windsor Framework (NI Protocol 2.0) is set to take effect on 30th September 2024. This update will impact businesses across Northern […]
Sustainable Finance Innovation Fund
Funding opportunity for fintech and spacetech SMEs UK-based fintech and spacetech SMEs can apply for up to £20,000 in support from the Sustainable Finance Innovation Fund. This funding is aimed at businesses developing satellite data services for the financial sector. The fund, offered by the Satellite Applications Catapult, provides expert help in areas like: geospatial […]
What to Do If You Are Hacked on Social Media – 7 Tips
If you’re a business owner, you know that social media can be a powerful marketing tool. But what happens when your account gets hacked? Here’s what to do if you are hacked on social media: Change your password immediately. Contact the social media platform and let them know what happened. Notify your followers that your […]