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Business schemes available - 178

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AI solutions to develop AI competencies in key sectors

UK registered organisations can apply for a share of up to £2 million for Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions to support AI upskilling in BridgeAI key sectors.

Innovate UK

Forest Expansion Scheme

Woodland creation funding for both agricultural and nonagricultural land aimed at supporting a wide range benefits from improved ecosystems.

Department of Agriculture, Environment & Rural Affairs (DAERA)

Employer Toolkit

The Mid Ulster Employer Toolkit is a one-stop-shop, providing employers with tools and support for aiding with employment matters.

Mid Ulster District Council

Test Trading Opportunities at the Kennedy Centre

An opportunity for businesses to trial their products or services in a busy shopping centre.

Belfast City Council

Mindset extended reality (XR): Digital therapeutics for mental health

UK-registered businesses can apply for a share of up to £3.7 million for R&D projects that provide digital therapeutics for mental health solutions.

Innovate UK

Women into Leadership Programme

This programme provides personalised support, development of leadership skills, and the opportunity to earn an accredited qualification.

Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council

Cluster Acceleration Programme

The Cluster Acceleration Programme aims to boost innovation and productivity among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Northern Ireland by supporting and funding the formation of business clusters.

Invest Northern Ireland

Generation Innovation

An opportunity to provide work experience for students to encourage diverse thinking and innovative approaches to design solutions/products.

Catalyst

Go Succeed: Sales development and mentoring support

Tailored mentoring support and the opportunity to apply for a grant of up to £4,000.

Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council, Ards and North Down Borough Council, Armagh City, Banbridge & Craigavon Borough Council, Belfast City Council, Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council, Derry City and Strabane District Council, Fermanagh and Omagh District Council, Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council, Mid and East Antrim Borough Council, Mid Ulster District Council, Newry, Mourne and Down District Council

Skill Up

Free accredited courses delivered by local further and higher education providers that can help employers retrain and upskill their staff.

Department for the Economy (DfE)