New Free Service Makes it easier for Irish Businesses to access supports.
Running a business isn’t easy, There are lots ofthings that can get in the way of success. Rising costs, increasing competition, struggling to find the right talent, and not having the time to focus on the important things. It’s not easy but accessing support should be.
And it starts here.
Bringing together over 180 supports from 19 different departments and agencies, the new National Enterprise Hub is the single source
for all government support for your business. With everything from grants to expert advice and training, our website has all the information, all in one place.
And don’t worry about not knowing what you need:
Our helpful team of trained advisors available online or over the phone: ((01) 727 2100) will guide you every step of the way.
So, whether you’ve applied for supports before, or it’s your first time, we’re here to help you get started.
Increased Cost of Business (ICOB) Grant
As part of Budget 2024, the Government signed off on a package of €257m for the Increased Cost of Business (ICOB) Grant as a vital measure for small and medium businesses. Louth County Council, funded through Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment (DETE), will manage the rollout of the grant to qualifying businesses. Eligible businesses will receive a once-off grant payment.
M1 Drogheda Chamber Skillnet
The Network Manager, Joe Lynch will support your team’s training development, by offering tailored training to meet the needs of your business, via a database of qualified, professional & experienced trainers. up to 30% funding through Skillnet Ireland can be offered towards your training costs.
Contact manager@m1skillnet.ie or Mobile:083 0278518
Green for Micro
Green for Micro is a FREE programme that helps small businesses take the first step towards becoming more sustainable, giving you access to a green consultant who’ll show you the small changes that can have a big impact on your company
Start-up Business Advice Clinic
The Business Advice Clinic is open every week for all types of businesses in County Louth. The clinic can be a way of seeking advice on a business issue, or assessing the types of supports that are available for your business. To book your appointment at the clinic, simply click the link below.
Local Enterprise Office - Louth
First Stop Shop for anyone seeking information and support on starting or growing a business in Co. Louth.
LEO Louth offer a wide range of courses to suit everyone from entrepreneurs looking to start their own business to owner/managers and their specific business requirements.
To view full range of training courses, click here:
To Avail of Free Mentoring Service, click here:
For other information and services, email info@leo.louthcoco.ie and one of the team will come back to you as soon as possible.
AWS InCommunities Drogheda Fund
AWS InCommunities Fund has been set up to help local community groups, schools, and organisations in Drogheda, to help you to start or expand a community project in your neighbourhood. Learn more about available funding, projects, and the application process. Visit https://www.changex.org/gl/funds/awsincommunities-drogheda-fund
Advanced Manufacturing Centre, Dundalk
Deliver advanced manufacturing courses to up/reskill employees in technology-based occupations and to support enhanced productivity in Irish SMEs.
Skills to Advance
Skills to Advance is a SOLAS nationwide initiative, delivered through the ETB’s offering Employers & Employees up/reskilling opportunities. A selection of course are available day time an evening time and courses can be created to suit your business needs.
For more information Contact:
Business in Meath Aoife McDaid amcdaid@lmetb.ie
Business in Louth Linda Ennis lennis@lmetb.ie
