
Finance Minister Conor Murphy has extended emergency protection for tenants having difficulty paying rent on commercial leases as a result of the pandemic for a further three months. The special provision in the Coronavirus Act 2020 which was first applied at the end of March 2020, is being extended once again, until 30 […]
Jul 1 2021 | Posted in
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Local Newry entrepreneur, Cormac Quinn, has officially launched the loyalBe app in Newry this week, to support local businesses through data-driven loyalty. This exciting launch aims to drive local recovery by encouraging the public to support local businesses within Newry, as restrictions ease and businesses continue to trade. To celebrate the Newry launch, […]

With less than two weeks to go before the deadline, small and medium-sized businesses in Northern Ireland are being encouraged to apply for funding to help them adapt to new customs and tax rules when trading with the EU. The £20m Brexit Support Fund, which closes 30 June, enables businesses who trade with […]
Jun 29 2021 | Posted in
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A £19.3million funding programme to support town and city centres recover from the impact of Covid-19 has helped thousands of businesses across councils, Communities Minister Deirdre Hargey has said. Launched in August 2020, initial funding for the Covid-19 Recovery Revitalisation Programme was for measures such as shop frontage and awnings/canopies; outdoor furniture; heaters […]
Jun 28 2021 | Posted in
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HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is reminding working families in Northern Ireland that they can use Tax-Free Childcare to help pay for their childcare costs over the summer. Tax-Free Childcare – a childcare top-up for working parents – can be used to help pay for accredited holiday clubs, childminders or sports activities – […]
Jun 24 2021 | Posted in
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The Dairy Council for Northern Ireland has launched a campaign to help the foodservice sector as lockdown restrictions are eased. Aimed at cafes, coffee shops, home bakeries, restaurants, bars and hotels, the campaign’s aim is to find Northern Ireland’s best scones. Jointly funded by the EU, the campaign recognises the importance […]
Jun 17 2021 | Posted in
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With Father’s Day fast approaching, it’s time to start thinking of the perfect gift for your dad, which let’s face it, can be a daunting task. With that in mind, Lidl Northern Ireland has curated the perfect selection of middle aisle style gifts that are guaranteed to put a smile on your dad’s […]

A £950,000 fund to support the voluntary and community sector has been launched by Communities Minister Deirdre Hargey. The Small Capital Grants Programme, which is delivered by Co-operation Ireland, is aimed at assisting voluntary and community organisations purchase items of equipment to enhance and sustain the activities and services they provide to the […]
Jun 4 2021 | Posted in
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More than 63,500 customers filed their 2020/21 tax return online on 6 April, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has revealed. And with almost 950,000 online Self Assessment returns received so far this tax year, HMRC is urging others to do the same and file their tax returns early. Each year, thousands […]
May 28 2021 | Posted in
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Significant relaxations to the Covid-19 restrictions will come into effect from Monday 24 May, 2021. Ministers said the easements will be immensely beneficial to families, communities and the economy, and urged everyone to stay safe as they enjoy more freedoms. First Minister Arlene Foster said, “I’m pleased that we are in a position […]