Great British Menu chef Paul Cunningham has transformed his passion for foraging and sourcing the best of local produce into an innovative dining experience with the help of the Go For It programme in association with Newry, Mourne and Down District Council. The project is part funded by Invest Northern Ireland and the European Regional…
Deirdre Sharvin, Director We caught up with Deirdre Sharvin, Director at Platinum Recruitment, a local Downpatrick based business which provides recruitment services across a range of sectors. Deirdre spoke to us about the advice and support she received from our NMD Tender for Growth programme and explains why taking part in the programme has helped…
An introduction to the programme As part of the NMD Business Growth Programme, the Access to Funding programme is a FREE support programme designed to help you understand what goes into a good funding application. Maybe you have never put together an application for monetary or other support? Or maybe you have been rejected in…
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has launched its latest business support programme to support SMEs who wish to avail of lucrative funding opportunities to grow and even transform their businesses. The ‘Access to Funding Programme’ is facilitated by NMD Business Growth, a series of support initiatives which aim to help local SMEs enhance their…
A new initiative to address skills shortages and improve employment opportunities for those interested in a career in the transport and logistics industry, has been established by Newry Mourne and Down District Council through the Newry, Mourne and Down Labour Market Partnership, in conjunction with a number of key local firms. The Newry, Mourne and…
Businesses in Newry, Mourne and Down District Council can avail of a range of initiatives to assist them imbed digital technologies in their business. Council is offering the opportunity to businesses to undertake a digital transformation; the programme is fully funded. Cllr Karen McKevitt attending the launch on behalf of the Chair of Newry, Mourne…
One of the world’s most successful business leaders is to headline a hybrid summit on the topic of Empowering Talent on Wednesday 23 March. The event, which has been created by Newry, Mourne and Down District Council and the Management and Leadership Network, will explore how individuals and businesses can identify, amplify and realise their…
Newry Chamber have announced the return of their International Women’s Day Celebration Lunch. This year’s event will be a hybrid format, with the in person event taking place on Friday 11th March 2022 at Killeavy Castle Estate. Due to restricted numbers, the in person event has already sold-out but schools, businesses and friends can take…
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council deliver Artisan Markets across the district providing a vibrant showcase of local food and crafter’s work, with innovative stall holders attending each market offering an unique local product. Markets operate from 11am to 3pm in;🎯Piazza, Newcastle Centre – 1st Saturday monthly 🎯Market Street Car Park, Downpatrick – 3rd Saturday…
A new employment & skills academy is offering people living in Newry, Mourne and Down District Council the opportunity to start a new career in the Health and Social Care sector. The Health and Social Care Employment Academy is a one-week programme that provides training in partnership with Southern Health and Social Care Trust (SHSCT)…