Economy
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EU migrant restrictions to undermine economic rebuild
Some of Northern Ireland’s hardest hit economic sectors by the Covid-19 pandemic are to be dealt a further blow by…
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‘Competitive’ process for broadband improvement
The Department for the Economy believes a government scheme to enhance broadband connectivity across Northern Ireland remains on track and…
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Slight growth forecasted for local construction sector but skill shortages still a problem
Northern Ireland will see growth of 0.8 per cent from 2019 to 2023 and 2,500 new construction workers will be…
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Growth, risks and new opportunities
With InterTradeIreland set to mark 20 years of assisting small firms and other stakeholders to explore cross-border business on the…
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Brexit’s impact on sterling
The Department for the Economy recently published evidence held by the Northern Ireland Civil Service on the potential impacts of…
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Regenerating for empowering economic growth
Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council is shaping new, incentivised and collaborative opportunities to power further economic development. Economic…
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Stronger than expected manufacturing performance
Despite the wider downturn of global manufacturing and a similar downturn in overall UK production, Northern Ireland’s index of production…
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Geoscience industry and the economy
Minerals are essential to support sustainable development; a sufficient and secure supply of raw materials is required for manufacturing, construction,…
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Public Transport: A vital cog in the local economy
Translink’s Group Chief Executive Chris Conway outlines the positive economic impact of bus and rail service on towns and cities…
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Composite Economic Index continues to rise
Northern Ireland’s Composite Economic Index (CEI) for quarter two of 2019 saw growth in the region continue upwards, with boosts…
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