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 Northern Ireland Cyber Security Centre is working in collaboration with the local councils across Northern Ireland to provide help and guidance that will enable businesses across Northern Ireland to be safer, better protected and more resilient against cyber-attacks.
Rural Affairs Minster Edwin Poots MLA has launched a £1.7 million stimulus fund to help rural and micro businesses expand, innovate and sustain rural communities.
Ards and North Down Borough Council in collaboration with the town chambers of commerce for Bangor, Comber, Donaghadee, Holywood and Newtownards has launched their new Support Local campaign.
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The Coronavirus pandemic has resulted in businesses facing an unprecedented and extremely challenging situation. Ards and North Down Borough Council’s Economic Development Section, in partnership with Tughan Solicitors, is providing two webinars to address legal considerations during the COVID-19 business recovery period.
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The Coronavirus pandemic has resulted in businesses facing an unprecedented and extremely challenging situation. Ards and North Down Borough Council’s Economic Development Section, in partnership with Tughan Solicitors, is providing two webinars to address legal considerations during the COVID-19 business recovery period.
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This webinar is run as part of the Digital Growth Programme. This workshop will provide participants with tools and tips to make the most of your Autumn email campaigns.
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