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Invest 2035: the UK’s modern industrial strategy

Share your views on the UK government’s proposed 10-year plan for the economy.

Event: The Future of Cultural Devolution in the UK

Find out how devolution and increased local decision-making may impact the UK’s creative, cultural and heritage sectors.

Equaliser Mentorship Programme for sound professionals

Applications are now open for the new talent development program, offering mentoring, networking, and more to sound professionals from global majority backgrounds.

Maker Relief Fund applications now open

Heritage Crafts' Maker Relief Fund is targeted at people facing financial hardship while striving to make their living as a professional craftsperson.

Draft environmental principles policy statement consultation

 Views sought on how to interpret and proportionately apply environmental principles across government policy.

AgriFood Connect: Boosting innovation in agri-food sector

A new cross-border initiative, AgriFood Connect, has been launched to drive innovation and collaboration in the local agri-food sector. 

International Trade Week 2024

Series of events designed to help businesses maximise their global potential.

Test trading opportunities at the Kennedy Centre

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

Innovate UK Smart Grants: July 2024

UK businesses can apply for a share of up to £25 million for game-changing and commercially viable R&D innovation.

Become a mentor for the Discovery Programme

Are you interested in supporting social enterprises? The Discovery Programme is looking for experienced professionals to join its mentor panel.

SBRI: Ending violence against women and girls

Apply for up to £75,000 in funding for innovative solutions to combat violence against women and girls.

International Showcase Fund for music creators

PRS Foundation's International Showcase Fund offers crucial financial support to UK music creators looking to break into global markets. 

Event: Help shape the future of digital arts

Join the Arts Council NI's event on 25 October 2024 to help shape the future of digital arts funding in Northern Ireland.

Free support services for SME manufacturers

SMDH provides free services for manufacturing SMEs, including a new Additive Manufacturing Service to transform 3D models into reality.

Way to Scale Programme

Apply to Way to Scale which supports CEOs in growing businesses to over £10 million.

DAFNI roadshow event and data sharing workshop

Businesses are invited to a two-day event hosted by the Data and Analytics Facility for National Infrastructure at Queen's University Belfast on 28 and 29 October 2024.

Arts Council NI: Mental Health and Arts Programme

Work is underway to develop training and networking opportunities to support artists' well-being and mental health work.

Innovate Tourism Roadshows

Series of regional interactive workshops designed to demonstrate the importance of innovation to your business’s future success.

Systemic AI Safety Grants scheme

Funding is available for research projects that strengthen society and critical infrastructure against AI-related risks.

Get involved in European Week for Waste Reduction 2024

Can your business take action on waste prevention, reuse or recycling and help to raise awareness?

22 Under 22: Entrepreneurs to Watch

Belfast City Council has launched the 22 Under 22: Entrepreneurs to Watch programme to support promising young entrepreneurs.

Basecamp Boston 2025

Applications for Basecamp Boston 2025 are now open.