Latest News - September 2026

Businesses can book free one-to-one sessions to explore eligibility for European Space Agency (ESA) funding.

Food and drink businesses in Northern Ireland can join two free webinars on lessons from Japan's approach to automation, robotics and factory efficiency.

Career Connect offers businesses the opportunity to demonstrate social value in action while engaging staff in meaningful volunteering.

Young musicians and music creatives in the UK can apply for a grant of up to £3,000 to develop early-stage projects.

The Innovation Driver and Support Horticulture Pilot Scheme offers financial support to businesses to adopt new crops, technology, or systems.

Grants of up to £2,500 are available to craft practitioners and organisations working on projects to support craft survival.

Join a free webinar to learn how to find Horizon Europe calls, connect with partners, and get support for applying.

Details on open funding opportunities for individuals and businesses working in the UK space sector.

Upcoming webinars from the Business Academy to help you master the skills you need to reach new customers in the UK and around the world.

Objections to limited companies being struck off the Companies House register will need to be submitted through the online service from 1 December 2026.

Skills priorities for employers to be addressed through short-courses programme at Ulster University in Derry~Londonderry.

A £4,000 funding opportunity is open for social enterprises with new or early-stage business ideas.

Eligible community and charity organisations can apply for grants of up to £5,000.

Vaping Products Duty and the Vaping Duty Stamps Scheme starts on Thursday 1 October 2026.

Applications are open for the autumn 2026 cohort of the Artificial Intelligence Collaboration Centre's hands-on support for businesses.

Apprentices, employers, and training providers are encouraged to enter the NI Apprenticeship Awards 2027.

Views sought on a draft strategy which sets out a clear ambition to improve air quality in Northern Ireland.

Views sought on the objectives, proposals and potential consequences on progressing legislation.

Views sought on draft guidance to inform how water and sewerage services are provided in Northern Ireland.

Share your views on digital product record (DPR) policy.

Ukie launches Go To Market Academy to help UK indie games studios develop marketing and growth strategies.

A free online training programme is available to support staff working in the licensed trade across the Mid and East Antrim area.