Belfast Business Info

30/10/2025

Interested in building your future with the Northern Ireland Civil Service? Our Apprenticeship Support Programme can help you get there!

The NI Civil Service Operational Delivery Apprenticeships Programme is open for applications offering over 200 Admin Apprenticeship positions across a range of departments.

We are delivering a specialist support programme designed to help you confidently complete every stage of the NICS recruitment process, from application and online assessments through to your final interview.

Sign up now for our Business Services Academy to access to the support programme
➡ https://online.belfastcity.gov.uk/eoi-employment-academy/

Hurry before the application process for these NI Civil Service jobs closes on 7 November.

27/10/2025

📣Our Social Economy Incentive Fund is open for applications!

The competitive fund offers grants of up to £10,000 to help support Belfast based social enterprises and co-operatives.

It can help with:
👉set up costs
👉equipment or machinery
👉staff skills development
👉new expertise

The application process includes a short application form and participation in a Dragons’ Den style pitching event.

Applications close on Tuesday 11 November at 4pm.

More details on how to apply https://www.belfastcity.gov.uk/Business-and-investment/City-for-business/Social-economy/Social-Economy-Incentive-Fund

24/10/2025

📣Creative and cultural entrepreneurs, get ready for the 1-Day Rebellion™ supported by Belfast City Council on Wednesday 29 October.

Experience an entrepreneurial and creative celebration with NI’s first-ever Indigenous Fashion Show - live at Belfast Castle featuring Fashion Speaks International, an indigenous fashion agency from British Columbia. This unique experience mixes style, sustainability, culture, and purpose as the show ends with their signature “red dress showcase”.

In addition to the fashion show there is free access to a range of “Let’s Talk…” immersive virtual panels. All the themes covered focus on business start / growth through different perspectives including - innovation; collaboration; wellbeing and multicultural empowerment.

With an emphasis on creating spaces for marginalised business owners, creators, and leaders - this isn’t just an event. It’s a movement.

Book your tickets for the live indigenous fashion show and virtual events in the comments below 👇

21/10/2025

Another great evening at the Belfast Chamber Business Awards celebrating excellence and innovation across Belfast’s business sector. 🏆

Belfast City Council were proud sponsors of the Best New Business Award. Winners iReel received their award from Lord Mayor of Belfast, Councillor Tracy Kelly.

Congratulations to all the winners and finalists recognised for their achievements driving Belfast’s economic success.🎉

14/10/2025

📣Your voice is key in shaping the future of micro and small businesses. 💬

Take the NI Enterprise Barometer Survey to share your experiences and highlight the challenges and opportunities facing small businesses PLUS you could WIN a £250 Elephant Rock Hotel voucher!

Survey closes soon – don’t miss your chance.

👉 https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BaroCouncil

The NI Enterprise Barometer 2025 is supported by British
Business Bank.

14/10/2025

👷🏽Thinking about a career in construction?

Join us for a free Construction Employment Academy information day to discover how you can gain the skills and training to launch a career in the construction industry.🏗️

📅 Wednesday 5 November
🕛 11am - 12.30pm
📍 Maldron Hotel, Belfast

No need to register, just come along. Find out more in the link below 👇

13/10/2025

Check out this free Bookkeeping Made Simple Masterclass at the North City Business Centre on Thursday 23 October. ⬇️

**FREE TO ATTEND**𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐒𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬: 𝐁𝐮𝐝𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐤𝐞𝐞𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐚𝐱 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥

As part of our “Money Month” we are excited to collaborate with the team at Bookkeeping Made Simple NI to deliver a practical workshop that makes budgeting, bookkeeping and access to finance clearer for everyone.

𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐞: Thursday 23 October 2025
𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞: 10:30am – 12pm
𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: North City Business Centre, BT15 2GG

Full details on what to expect can be found in the registration link below

𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/bookkeeping-made-simple-masterclass-tickets-1752812051029?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

All of our planned activity will be open to everyone, from established owners to anyone considering a start-up.

Please share with anyone in your network who may benefit.

10/10/2025

Check out this free event with the Barclays Money Mentors team at the North City Business Centre on Wednesday 22 October. ⬇️

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐲 𝐁𝐮𝐬 𝐢𝐬 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞!!!

We are delighted to welcome and host the Barclays Money Mentors team, for a free drop-in day of practical, confidential money guidance.

The Barclays bus will be parked on site at North City BC and the team will be on hand and ready to answer your questions and support you with all things money.

𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐞: Wednesday 22 October 2025
𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: North City Business Centre, BT15 2GG

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐆𝐞𝐭 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡:

• Managing your money and everyday budgeting
• Financial wellbeing and planning
• Free tools, courses and learning resources
• Advice to support business growth

Everyone is welcome, from residents and community groups to start ups and established businesses. No appointment is required.

Pop the 22nd of October in your diary and drop in throughout the day for a chat with the Money Mentors to see how Barclays can make money work for you.

07/10/2025

Join us at ‘Meet the Buyer’ for the Construction industry at City Hall on 22 October.

The Housing Executive Belfast & South East Grants Team along with Radius Housing ‘Staying Put Team’ will be in attendance.

The event is free and suitable for small to medium sized contractors interested in information about the available work within Housing Executive Private Sector Grants in the Belfast area.

The purpose of the event is to encourage micro enterprises and SME’s to get involved in carrying out Affordable Warmth Scheme and Home Improvement Grants to private dwellings.

Officers from Belfast City Council will also be available with information on our free business mentoring support and workshops aimed to help your business grow.

📅Date: 22 Oct 2025
📍Belfast City Hall, Belfast, BT1 5GS
🕛 08:30 - 11:00

Full details and the link to register can be found in the link below 👇

03/10/2025

Ready to grow your sales?

Join Belfast City Council at Innovation Factory, Belfast for an inspiring fireside chat with Grace Smith of Forge Female Fitness as part of the sales accelerator collection of events.

Hear Grace's journey how she achieved success and built Northern Ireland’s No.1 Health and Wellness Studio, what she's learnt along the way and how she continually pushes herself out of her comfort zone to achieve big.

📅Date: Tuesday 7 October
🕛 Time: 10am – 12pm
📍Location: The Innovation Factory

Reserve your spot today at https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/grow-your-sales-fireside-chat-with-grace-smith-tickets-1700491408579?aff=oddtdtcreator
Ulster Bank Northern Ireland Go Succeed NI

29/09/2025

Join Belfast City Council for the upcoming Invest Northern Ireland Regional Business Clinic.

Come along with your colleagues to receive expert guidance on:
• Innovation
• Skills development
• Support and programmes open to your business

Plus, additional support and advice from Belfast Met and InterTradeIreland.

📍 Location: Invest NI HQ, Bedford Square, Bedford Street, Belfast
📅 Date: Thursday 2 October
🕛 Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

No need to register, just drop in anytime between 12-2pm.

For more information click the link in the comments below 👇

23/09/2025

If you're a Belfast based social enterprise interested in applying to our Social Economy Incentive Fund (SEIF), or just looking for additional support, then our Peer Support Network can help.

By joining the network, your organisation can get:
• Best practice on how to write applications
• 1-1 tips on pitching
• Examples of previous success stories
• Wraparound support from Go Social and Go Succeed

Our Peer Support Network for Social Enterprises will hold two in-person sessions:
📆Tuesday 30 September, 10am to 1pm
📆Tuesday 7 October, 10am to 1pm
📍 Belfast City Council, 9-21 Adelaide Street, Belfast, BT2 8GA
* Each session will have different content and to receive full benefits, both must be attended.

To find out more and register:
https://www.glistrr.com/events/e/bolster-your-social-enterprise-go-succeed-peer-support-network-3594-51