Minimum wage due to rise in April 2021
Employers must be aware that the National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage rates increase from 1 April 2021.
Skilled workforce at the heart of economic recovery
The Economy Minister launched the Economic Recovery Action Plan which sets out a road map to rebuilding the economy from the impact of the pandemic.
New guide to help COVID sufferers get back to work
A new guide has been produced to help people get back to work after a COVID-19 infection or after suffering from Long COVID.
Businesses encouraged to avail of Covid-19 support schemes
The Economy Minister has encouraged Northern Ireland businesses to check if they are eligible to apply for Covid-19 grant support schemes.
Recruiting during a pandemic
nijobfinder Business Manager, Peter McMonagle shares his advice on recruiting during the Covid-19 pandemic and when working remotely.
Businesses encouraged to check if they can make a business interruption claim
Law firm McKees is encouraging local businesses to check if they are eligible for a business interruption claim.
Small Business Showcase aims to tell success stories of firms
The SME Support Forum has launched a Small Business Showcase initiative aimed at shining a light on some of the local businesses from across NI that have continued to adapt and survive despite the many challenges they have faced over the last year.
Launch of new services to help businesses in 2021
NI Chamber has launched additional support services to help businesses across Northern Ireland prepare for new trading arrangements in 2021.
Steps small businesses can take to survive the Coronavirus crisis
The Coronavirus outbreak has left many small business owners facing a challenge like no other. In what is an uncertain time for many nijobfinder looks at what small businesses can do to try and survive during the current COVID-19 pandemic.
Businesses should look for support to help them through the Coronavirus crisis
Businesses should look for support to help them through the Coronavirus crisis. That was the message from Roger Pollen, Head of External Affairs at the Federation of Small Business Northern Ireland (FSB NI) as he addressed the measures Government have put in place to support those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.