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Latest News - February 2025

  • Help shape UK system for protecting designs

    The Intellectual Property Office has launched a new survey to gather views on the future of the UK designs system - respond by 1 April 2025.

  • High Performance Computing Vouchers 2025

    Vouchers worth up to 拢5,000 are available for UK businesses to access Hartree Centre's supercomputing power.

  • Repair Week 2025

    Get involved in this initiative aiming to encourage a repair and reuse culture throughout Northern Ireland.

BridgeAI training: Operationalising ethics in AI

Innovate UK is hosting an introductory webinar and tailored implementation workshops to help businesses with responsible AI practices.

New AI Cyber Security Code of Practice published

DSIT has released a new Code of Practice and an implementation guide to tackle cyber security risks associated with AI systems.

Survey shows improved cyber security in larger businesses

UK businesses step up cyber security as incidents rise, according to latest DSIT Cyber Security Longitudinal Survey

Discover export opportunities in the Indo-Pacific region

Belfast event will outline how businesses can grow into markets in South Asia and the Asia Pacific regions.

Environmental Governance in Northern Ireland consultation

Views sought on the current environmental governance arrangements and options for improvement.  

Ecosystem Development Programme

Grant funding to grow the space sector and strengthen the whole-UK space ecosystem.

Breakfast event: Reduce energy costs with net zero action

Breakfast briefing event to help businesses in the mid-south west region of Northern Ireland save money on their energy bills.

Expressions of interest open for AI Growth Zones

The UK government is inviting industry and local councils to express interest in developing AI Growth Zones.

Consultation: HSENI Market Compliance Chemicals

Short survey to help understand the chemical landscape across Northern Ireland business.

Inclusive tourism programme for Mid and East Antrim accommodation providers

This programme provides expert training and on-site accessibility audits to help accommodation providers enhance their services for visitors with disabilities.

AI Acceleration Tour 2025

Workshops to help businesses explore the opportunities of artificial intelligence.

High Growth AI Accelerator for construction sector

Support is available to help you develop scalable AI and ML solutions in the construction sector.

Protect your IP with the IPO's new step-by-step toolkit

The UK Intellectual Property Office has published a comprehensive resource to help businesses tackle infringement of their intellectual property.

QEST grants open for application: Spring 2025 call

Eligible craftspeople can apply for funding through the QEST Scholarship, Emerging Maker Grant and Apprenticeship programmes.

Webinar: GPSR impact on NI visual artists and craft makers

Join a webinar and learn compliance essentials on how the General Product Safety Regulation impacts creative businesses in Northern Ireland.

AI management standards training from BSI

Build trust and confidence in your AI systems with BSI's training courses, free for SMEs within Innovate UK's BridgeAI programme.

Ending Violence Against Women and Girls: funding for Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon

Financial assistance for the voluntary, community and social enterprise sectors to help prevent violence against women and girls.

Smart Manufacturing Summit 2025

Discover innovative technologies, connect with industry experts, and gain practical insights to drive your manufacturing success.

BridgeAI workshop on risks and rewards of AI

Innovate UK is hosting an online workshop to help businesses manage the risks and rewards of using artificial intelligence.

Lisburn and Castlereagh City Business Awards 2025

These awards celebrate the vibrant and diverse business landscape of the region, recognising excellence across various sectors.

IDEATE Ireland Competition 2025

Applications for the IDEATE Ireland Competition 2025 are now open.

UKEF 91香蕉黄色视频s female entrepreneurs

UK Export Finance (UKEF) collaborates with Female Founder Finance to 91香蕉黄色视频 women-led businesses.