Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council

Learning opportunity for 2025❗ Local employers, employees and residents across our area have the opportunity in 2025 to boost their business skills and gain a Chartered Management (CMI) qualification in either Level 3, Level 5 or Level 7 through our Employee Upskilling Programme. These FREE online courses are being provided our Labour Market Partnership and will be delivered by South Eastern Regional College. 💻To find out more and apply go to https://lnkd.in/gD6YMdPP

Mayor of Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council, Councillor Kurtis Dickson joined Great British Menu chef Gemma Austin this week to cut the ribbon on Carryduff's first Lidl Northern Ireland store. The opening marks the revitalisation of the formerly derelict site, and the creation of 35 new jobs. The new store represents phase one of a £9m investment by Lidl Northern Ireland in the redevelopment of the site. The council welcomes the new store, and the company's exciting plans for the future, all of which supports further regeneration and development, and demonstrates the advantages of doing business in Lisburn and Castlereagh.

Are you ready to transform your business❓ The Digital Transformation Flexible Fund (DTFF) is your opportunity to access up to 70% funding for innovative digital technologies to automate processes, improve efficiency, and help you expand into new markets. 📣Applicants are recommended to attend one of the pre-briefing sessions. The Lisburn & Castlereagh in-person one will take place at Lagan Valley Island on 21 February 2025 from 8.30am to 10.30am. There are also online sessions. 💻More online at https://lnkd.in/enn4YnPc These sessions will go through the eligibility criteria of DTFF and what can be funded. 💻Sign up to the DTFF e-zine to make sure you are notified of these dates: https://dtff.co.uk/e-zine/ Expressions of Interest (EOI) are now open in advance of Call 4 opening in March 2025❗ Submit your EOI today and start your journey toward digital innovation. Then next March the DTFF team will contact you if your project is eligible. From AI and IoT to robotics and blockchain, the possibilities are endless. Submit your EOI before the next funding call opens and take the first step toward innovation and growth. Ready to get started❓ Review eligibility criteria and submit your EOI online at https://lnkd.in/d4HarYAz

We were delighted to welcome the quarterly meeting of the Dublin Belfast Economic Corridor (DBEC) Partnership to Lisburn and Castlereagh. Hillsborough Castle and Gardens was a fitting location and a great example of the opportunities that exist along the 100-mile Dublin Belfast Economic Corridor as a key tourism destination and fantastic place to do business. DBEC has endless opportunities to be explored to drive regional growth and shape the best possible environment for businesses and for people to live, grow and thrive. We are a committed partner in the DBEC initiative and look forward to unlocking the potential for our businesses in Lisburn and Castlereagh. 💻Read more about this partnership of four Northern Ireland councils, four Irish councils and two universities at https://lnkd.in/ez-7FNHw

Young and inspiring entrepreneur Alice Thompson delivered a talk at our Entrepreneur Network event that amazed our Regeneration and Growth Chair, Alderman Amanda Grehan and our 70 local business representatives. It was very evident why Alice, co-founder of Social Bite Café, is a globally renowned speaker. From a young age Alice was driven to help others and after extensive research set up her first Social Bite Café to help the homeless. From this she arranged 'Big Sleepout' events raising £4m towards the construction of 800 homes for the homeless after match funding from the Scottish Government. Alderman Amanda Grehan, commending the event for empowering local entrepreneurs and fostering collaboration said: “This morning’s event demonstrates the benefit of bringing visionary leaders like Alice Thompson to our community. Her story is a powerful testament to how purpose and ambition can transform businesses and lives." 💻Read more at: https://lnkd.in/e7vHuz5Y Social Bite Social Enterprise Northern Ireland

📣 We're hiring for a caretaker! The role reference is JF3585 and you can read more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/d6YaSbp 📆 Closing date: Tuesday 17 December at 4pm.

Do you have a business idea you would like to progress❓ If yes, then our Vision to Venture programme can offer you support and a £500 start up bursary! Through our Labour Market Partnership team this programme will also provide: 🔹1:1 mentoring 🔹a business action plan 🔹training. If you live in the Lisburn and Castlereagh area and meet the criteria then please email the team at LMP@lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk now❗ You must be unemployed, underemployed, work part-time, be retired or semi-retired to be eligible for a place.

❓Looking for your next role? Come and work with us! Check out our latest vacancies: ➡️ Sports Health & Wellbeing Manager ➡️ Health & Wellbeing Rehabilitation Coordinator ❗Applications close: Tuesday 26 November ➡️ Corporate Communications Manager ➡️ Procurement and Contracts Support ❗Applications close: Tuesday 3 December For more information and to apply online, click here: https://lnkd.in/d6YaSbp

📣 WE'RE HIRING! Are you looking for a new role? We've got a number of positions available at the minute: 🔹Visitor Information Centre Advisor Applications for this role close on Friday 22nd November at 4pm 🔹Sports Health & Wellbeing Manager 🔹Health & Wellbeing Rehabilitation Coordinator Applications for these roles close on Tuesday 26th November at 4pm. Apply online: https://lnkd.in/d6YaSbp

Local residents have secured driving jobs through our HGV Academy. Could you be next? Read what Martin has to say about the programme below. 💻Apply and find out more at https://lnkd.in/e2A8FTKJ