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Jan 10, 2025 | 
ndtvprofit.com | Small businesses
A 'viable mechanism' is needed to ensure that the funds are used for the intended purposes, Setty said in remarks which come amid heightened concerns on the subject of end-use of funds.
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Nov 26, 2024 | 
icenimagazine.co.uk | Small businesses
Starting and running a small business is not for the faint-hearted. The terrain is saddled with many pressures that new entrepreneurs could find themselves raking up more debts than they initially imagined, if care is not taken. Undoubtedly, strong finances can keep these small businesses running for longer and cushion them from business shocks. Already, news reports indicate that over 900,000 SMEs risk going out of business mainly because of dwindling finances.
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Nov 11, 2024 | 
droghedalife.com | Small businesses |Andy Spearman
Sinn Féin Election candidate Cllr Joanna Byrne has pledged her party's support to the small business owners and hospitality sector who have been struggling since the government withdrew their reduced rate of VAT.
“Last week, the government voted against Sinn Féin’s proposal to reduce VAT for the hospitality sector, excluding hotel beds, to 9%. This week Fine Gael are saying they would reduce VAT to 11%.
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Nov 11, 2024 | 
droghedalife.com | Small businesses |Andy Spearman
Independent election candidate Peter James Nugent says that one of his main concerns is creating a better voice for people with disabilities in our community.
“So many people have asked about what will be done” Peter says, “Here is the main focused points I will work towards”:
COST OF LIVING WITH A DISABILITY
Introduce a cost of disability payment that is appropriate to a person's disability, regardless of social welfare or employment status.
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Nov 11, 2024 | 
droghedalife.com | Small businesses |Andy Spearman
Kevin McAllister whose family have been providing electrical goods, and excellent after sales service to all in Drogheda for over 75 years from their shop at 88 West Street, has won the top award at the 2024 Northeast Business Awards.
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Nov 11, 2024 | 
droghedalife.com | Small businesses |Andy Spearman
Monday, 11th November 2024 Front Page Pictured are (l-r): past participant Aimee Connolly, founder and CEO of Sculpted by Aimee; Olivia Lynch, Partner at KPMG; Lead Entrepreneur Fidelma McGuirk, founder and CEO of Payslip; and Leo Clancy, CEO of Enterprise Ireland. Pic: Orla Murray/Coalesce. Only a few days remain for ambitious female entrepreneurs to apply for the 17th cycle of Going for Growth, the award-winning business development programme.
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Nov 11, 2024 | 
droghedalife.com | Small businesses |Andy Spearman
Dundalk Institute of Technology has launched a new project, “Science in a Box,” which was developed in collaboration with secondary school teachers from six schools across the North East which aims to bring engaging science learning experiences into the classroom, sparking curiosity and excitement among students.
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Nov 11, 2024 | 
droghedalife.com | Small businesses |Andy Spearman
The deadline to register to vote in the general election is tomorrow (Tuesday 12th November) and the National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI) is urging all eligible young voters to register today before the deadline passes tomorrow.
The NYCI is also highlighting the simplicity of online registration as an important factor in ensuring young voices are heard in the democratic process.
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Nov 11, 2024 | 
droghedalife.com | Small businesses |Andy Spearman
One of the most highly-anticipated events in Louth Library Service’s calendar, Louth Science Festival takes place from November 10 – 17, 2024.
Funded and supported by Creative Ireland through Louth County Council Arts Office and Research Ireland, Louth Science Festival has sought to make science more fun and accessible to the entire community.
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Nov 7, 2024 | 
blog.rawmarrow.com | Small businesses
While online marketing is essential, traditional marketing methods can still deliver big results. Are you tired of feeling like your small business is lost in the digital noise?. By combining both, you can create a powerful, cost-effective strategy that sets your business apart and drives growth. For solo and small business owners, marketing often feels like a balancing act.
