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All-island co-operation on the agenda as Tánaiste hosts northern business delegation in Dublin
TÁNAISTE Micheál Martin will host a northern business delegation in Dublin on Thursday in an event expected to focus on greater co-operation and driving the all-island economy.
Six Empire cinemas close with 150 jobs lost as chain falls into administration
The Empire Cinemas chain said it struggled after the pandemic and has seen fewer people visiting its cinemas.
Nine in 10 mid-size firms rolling back expansion plans amid squeeze - survey
NINE in 10 mid-sized businesses in Britain and Northern Ireland say they are curbing their growth plans because they are struggling to get hold of enough money, a survey suggests.
NI Chamber calls for restoration of Executive as survey exposes deterioration of economy
ONE of the north’s biggest business organisations has called for the restoration of the Executive at Stormont after a new survey exposed a steady deterioration in economic conditions during 2022.
North's economy slowed in second quarter as cost challenges mount for businesses
THE north’s economy slowed in the second quarter of the year, as businesses reported mounting pressure from costs, a new survey has shown.
Survey: Two-thirds of businesses have now adapted to NI Protocol
TWO-in-three businesses have now adapted to the new trading arrangements under the Northern Ireland Protocol, a new survey suggests.
Prices to rise further as businesses respond to cash flow pressure
SEVERE cost pressures for Northern Ireland businesses is set to drive prices up further over the coming months, a new report suggests.
Belfast-based business advisory firm BDO hires 12 new trainees
BUSINESS advisory firm BDO Northern Ireland has continued its growth with the hire of 12 new trainees in October.
Hospitality facing fresh crisis as staff quit to pursue new careers
WHILE hotels, bars and restaurants have been basking in a frenzied return of customers since Covid restrictions were eased in Northern Ireland four months ago, the hospitality industry is staring down the barrel of a staffing crisis, a new survey shows.