Bank of Ireland UK has become the latest big bank to fast-track payments to all its SME suppliers during Covid-19, reducing its standard terms from 30 days to within five days. The change, which will remain in place until the end
Bangor-based polymer specialist and haircare manufacturer Denroy Group has commenced assembly of Hero Shield face visors at its factory. The Hero Shield is a visor designed to protect healthcare workers from liquid splashes and bodily fluids when treating Covid-19 infectious patients, and it has
AS businesses across Ireland and the UK search for solutions in the battle against COVID-19, a Lisburn-based security company has invested heavily in thermal screening technology that will detect if someone is suffering from a fever in just one second. Mercury
The COVID-19 pandemic has created unchartered challenges for both landlords and tenants, says Kirsty Mairs, Partner at DWF Law. “A major issue for landlords is their ongoing legal and contractual obligations in terms of the repair and maintenance
Danske Bank has announced support for businesses in its supply chain by processing invoice payments more quickly during the coronavirus crisis. These businesses will now receive payment within 15 business days, at least two weeks earlier than standard payment terms in a bid
Twelve business groups from across Northern Ireland have united to ask the Executive to take action to fill in the gaps in the COVID-19 grant schemes which mean that many businesses and social enterprises across the region are not able to get the
The Prince’s Trust and Ulster Bank have announced the launch of a £5 million fund to help young entrepreneurs across the UK to keep their businesses afloat during the coronavirus crisis. The Prince’s Trust and NatWest Enterprise Relief Fund is
SuperValu and Centra stores across Northern Ireland are going the extra mile to support people in local communities during the Covid-19 pandemic, with the introduction of a new home delivery service. Currently, over 80 SuperValu and Centra stores
In a continued effort to help provide food for local communities and those most in need, Asda has launched a ‘volunteer shopping card’ giving those self-isolating a contact-free way to allow others to collect and pay for their weekly shop. In
The Northern Ireland Food and Drink Association has welcomed measures taken by the local food industry to ensure key workers in the sector are feeding the nation in a safe environment. NIFDA has published guidance for food manufacturers,