EU AI Act: What the New Transparency Rules Mean for Business
From 2nd August 2026, new transparency requirements under the European Union’s AI Act will begin to apply. For businesses operating
The Briefing
Traineeships: A Practical Route into Skills and Employment
For many business owners, decisions about education and training are not only workplace issues. They are also personal, particularly when
Invest NI Figures Highlight Strength and Untapped Potential in Derry and Strabane
Invest NI’s latest council briefing presents a mixed but encouraging picture of the Derry City and Strabane economy: strong exporting
Get Funding Ready Series Part 2: Know your numbers before approaching a funder
When applying for finance, a business must be able to explain its financial position clearly. This does not mean every
Youth Work, Skills and the Inactivity Risk
Northern Ireland’s skills debate often begins with employer demand: vacancies, qualifications, productivity and recruitment. The ARK Policy Brief shifts attention
Rates Reform: A Chance to Back Growth and Tackle Vacancy
The Department of Finance has opened a consultation on two proposed changes to Northern Ireland’s non-domestic rating system: a Business
Rural Business Development Grant Opens for 2026/27
The Rural Business Development Grant Scheme 2026/27 is now open for applications, offering small rural businesses support to purchase capital
Funding Ready Part 1: Start with Business Need, Not the Finance Product
When businesses begin looking at funding, the first question is often: “What finance options are available?” It is the natural
Energy in Northern Ireland 2026: Key Insights for Business
The Department for the Economy has published its latest ‘Energy in Northern Ireland 2026’ report, providing the most comprehensive picture