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Could your business be missing out on great people? Join Manufacturing NI, @Diversity_Mark & @Encirc for a webinar exploring practical ways to improve workplace inclusion, attract talent & support staff development. 📅 Wed 28 Oct | 10am 🔗 Register: events.teams.microsoft.com/e…
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Economy Minister Dr @CArchibald_SF has announced how a new right to 10 days’ paid Safe Leave will operate for victims and survivors of domestic abuse, as part of her Good Jobs agenda. 🔗 economy-ni.gov.uk/news/archi… @unisontheunion @LRA_NIreland @WomensAidNI @LawCentreNI @WRDA_team
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📊 From Spreadsheets to Scale | Free webinar Hear how Genie Insights moved from spreadsheets to connected digital systems to support business growth. Join E-DATA & @flowlens for practical lessons and funded SME support. 📅 11 Nov | 12-1pm 🔗 e-data.ai/event-calendar/fro…
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Webinar | Connecting the Factory Floor and Office Join Manufacturing NI, E-DATA and @ionicit_ni on 5 November for a free webinar exploring smarter IT, improved productivity, security and AI, plus funded digital support for SMEs. Register: e-data.ai/event-calendar/con…
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‘Real earnings in 2023 were no higher than 2006, so almost all of this real increase has come in the last three years. Real earnings increased by £23 (3.1%) in 2026, following rises of £20 (2.8%) in 2025 and £6 (0.9%) in 2024. This follows falls of 3.7% in 2022 & 0.7% in 2023.’
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Wage increased in NI outstripped those in GB with private sector wages at their highest level on record.
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Great morning with the team at @midulster_mega for their packed out careers event in Cookstown. Seriously impressive effort and investment demonstrated by local manufacturing and construction firms in providing opportunities and attracting young people into careers in the sectors
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Engineering The Future | 27 Nov | Newry Explore the latest engineering technologies and have your say on future skills, training and industry support. 📍 Southern Regional College, Greenbank Campus 🕘 9am–12pm Register: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/D7jr… #ManufacturingNI #Engineering
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Very best wishes to Brian and the family. A great leader of a great business making the best produce which continues to be enjoyed in family homes (and lunchboxes) across
For the first time in its 114-year history, Irwin’s Bakery in Portadown is no longer in family ownership. It has emerged that fourth generation owners Brian Irwin (72) and his sister-in-law Kathleen Irwin, widow of the late Niall Irwin, have ceased to be persons of significant control. Read more: tinyurl.com/y7t5vnaf
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For the first time in its 114-year history, Irwin’s Bakery in Portadown is no longer in family ownership. It has emerged that fourth generation owners Brian Irwin (72) and his sister-in-law Kathleen Irwin, widow of the late Niall Irwin, have ceased to be persons of significant control. Read more: tinyurl.com/y7t5vnaf
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Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at SDC Trailers? 👀 Come along with some of our new apprentices for a quick look around our manufacturing facilities, from the yard to the factory floor. A little glimpse into where it all comes together. 🚛 #Manufacturing
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UK Government announced indicative CBAM rates today and there’s a huge difference between those and the EUs CBAM rates. NI imports fall within the UK CBAM scheme.
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FOR SALE PROMINENT ZONED DEVELOPMENT LANDS (LIGHT INDUSTRIAL) – C. 6 ACRES (2.43 Ha) Silverwood Road, Lurgan, Craigavon. BT66 6NA For more information: David McNellis 028 9050 1501 / 07887 911 077 [email protected]
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Economy Minister Dr @CArchibald_SF has announced £15m of investment to drive the next generation of zero-emission transport and energy technology at Belfast Harbour. The ZETEC project will turn the Harbour into a real-world testing environment for electric vessels, high-power marine charging, autonomous transport and energy systems. 🎥 Watch to find out more. @BelfastHarbour @ArtemisTechLtd @UKRI_News
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Harrowing comments from businesses struggling with energy costs in a report issued by the @UREGNI yesterday. More costs have been lumped on this month, eye watering profitability of network and generator companies goes unchecked. uregni.gov.uk/files/uregni/d…
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Apply by tomorrow 🚨 Is your business making an impact in circular economy innovation? Get into the spotlight with the All-Island Circular Venture Awards, with case studies, idea pitching, and networking opportunities. Applications close Fri 16 Oct: nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content…
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Harrowing comments from businesses struggling with energy costs in a report issued by the @UREGNI yesterday. More costs have been lumped on this month, eye watering profitability of network and generator companies goes unchecked. uregni.gov.uk/files/uregni/d…
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