Welcome to Ards and North Down Borough Council's Economic Development department.
So you’re thinking of starting a business or developing an existing one? Whatever you’re doing it’s vital to be well prepared and informed. This web site is your primary online business resource, with a comprehensive range of support, information and tailored tools to help you to navigate the steps to starting, managing and growing your own business.
Starting a small business is challenging, so it’s vital to be well prepared and comprehensively informed. We’re here to help.
It’s essential to get the right advice and support as your business develops and expands. We’re here to deliver the resources you need to grow your business.
Thinking about growing and expanding your business? Ards and North Down is a great place to invest and grow.
The NI Executive's budget 2020-21 was published on 31 March 2020. It included several rates measures including a rates reduction for businesses.
On 26 March the UK Government announced financial support for individuals who are self-employed and have been negatively affected by COVID-19.
The Health and Safety Executive NI (HSENI) have released Safety Measures advice for businesses during the Coronavirus Pandemic.
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