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Reval 2026 | Revaluation of business rates
Businesses are urged to complete a rates revaluation questionnaire that will be used to calculate business rates from April 2026.
Improved energy performance standards in new buildings launched
Guidance aims to help reduce energy bills in new homes and buildings and support a more secure energy system and the renewables sector
Alterations to rental properties
Issues to consider before you alter your rented business premises, such as planning permission, asbestos, and liability.
Costs when renting commercial property
Financial commitments when renting business premises, including rent, bills and taxes.
Advantages of renting commercial property
The business benefits of renting property can range from better cashflow to having more flexibility if you need to relocate your business in the future.
Commercial property rental agreements
An overview of the types of property rental agreements available to businesses looking to rent premises.
Find commercial property to rent
Your options to find suitable business premises to rent including how to use a commercial agent to search for you.
Mentor Support Programme for Newry, Mourne and Down businesses
This free programme will feature one-to-one support and skills development workshops.
Investment Fund for Northern Ireland: roadshow events
These events will help you to understand the different funding options available through the fund.
Business premises and rates
Guidance on business property in Northern Ireland including business rates, buying and renting commercial property and managing your business premises
Create a separate work area in your home
Allocate a separate part of your house as your workplace if possible, so you can keep home and work apart.
Health and safety risk assessment for home businesses
Identify possible risks in your home including fire, noise, hazardous substances, and electrical appliance safety.
Building regulations and planning permission for home businesses
Building regulation, planning permission, and business rates considerations when running a business from your home.
Advantages and disadvantages of working from home
Home working could reduce costs but you may have trouble separating home life from work so weigh up the pros and cons.
Home business work equipment and workstation setup
Take steps to ensure your home workplace is safe and secure and your output and sensitive data are fully protected.
Running a business from home: checklist
What you should consider before setting up a workplace in your home.
Tax considerations of working from home
The tax implications of working from home including VAT, Capital Gains Tax, and business rates.
Consultation on revising building control fees
Proposals to uplift the building control fees as an interim measure, alongside a wholesale review, are open for public comment
2024 economic survey for music creators
UK Music, the representative body for the UK music industry, is reaching out to music creators in Northern Ireland for vital input.
Belfast Connectivity Conference
Major conference which will focus on future connectivity and multi-modal transport for Belfast.