Clearly New Start

The Council welcomes a £1 million investment and regeneration project at a key gateway site on Bridge Street, Lisburn.

Schools Meet to Discuss Fairtrade

Over 200 local students recently gathered at Lagan Valley LeisurePlex to learn more about Fairtrade activity

Local Bakery ‘Toasts’ success with GB Accolade

Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council’s Chairman of Development Committee, Alderman William Leathem and members of the Business Solutions Team recently visited Lisburn-based Howell House, the cakes and biscuits division of Irwin’s Bakery, following wins at two GB industry awards for product quality and

Chairman welcomes start of Light Festival and community spirit in Lisburn

The Chairman of the Development Committee, Alderman William Leathem, was at the launch of the spectacular Light Festival in Lisburn City Centre last night. The Lisburn Light Show will now run every night until 25th January at 4pm, 6pm and 8pm.

Next generation of Entrepreneurs sharpen their skills

Over 400 Primary six students from across the Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council area gained an insight into the world of business and entrepreneurship at a recent event developed by Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council, in partnership with Young Enterprise.

Trio of wins for Lisburn retailers

Three of Lisburn’s independent retailers were recognised with wins at the recent inaugural Northern Ireland Independent Retail Awards 2018.

Council invests in Digital Youth

Over 140 Year 12 pupils from Friends School Lisburn immersed themselves into a digital world at the recent launch of the Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council ‘Digital Youth’ programme.

Qatari company selects Lisburn as European Base

With world headquarters in Qatar, Consulting Company Excelledia has opened its first European Research Based Digital Innovation Centre in Lisburn Enterprise Organisation.

Statement from Chairman of the Development Committee

Statement from Chairman of the Development Committee on plans to develop a hotel in Lisburn Square

Council Wins Social Enterprise Award

Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council is very proud and delighted to have been recognised as ‘Council of the Year’ at the recent Social Enterprise Annual Awards, organised by Social Enterprise NI.

Lisburn & Castlereagh Secures It's Share of the City Deal

Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council and its partners’ welcome the news of the £350 million allocated in today’s budget.

Made in Lisburn Castlereagh - Bridging the skills gap

Over 1200 local school children and members of the public visited Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council’s ‘Made in Lisburn Castlereagh’ event yesterday (24th October) celebrating local businesses and job and apprenticeship opportunities.

Employers Guide to the EU Settlement Scheme

NILGA will continue to work with the Home Office to produce a regional information sheet which will provide signposting to support and advice services in Northern Ireland.

Allen Logistics – a driving force for 50 years

Celebrating 50 years in business, Moira-based Allen Logistics NI Ltd is driving forward with substantial growth in the transport industry.

What you focus on you get

What you focus on you get, was some of the advice offered during Global Entrepreneurship Week at Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council’s lunchtime seminars for local businesses.

High Trust Networking Top of The Agenda at Entrepreneurs Network Meeting

Delegates got hints and tips on how to structure conversations in a networking situation

Pure Roast Coffee 'Hotting Up' to New Market Opportunities

Lisburn coffee manufacturer Pure Roast Coffee is set to enter the Chinese marketplace

Local Businesses Prepare to Go Stateside

Representatives from five local companies will travel to the USA for a trade mission in October as part of Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council’s Atlanta Trade Programme.

Two Local Businesses are Leading Innovation at Upcoming Motor Transport Awards

Lisburn based McCulla Transport and the Road Haulage Association (RHA) ‘ExtraClick+’ are finalists in the prestigious UK-wide upcoming Motor Transport Awards

Owl and Pussycat Sets Up in Hillsborough

New eatery has been set up in the charming village of Hillsborough after taking part in the Go for It

The Bean Cafe Started with 'Go For It'

Local Dundonald ladies Julie Kerr and Toni McAllister identified a gap in their local community and set up the Bean Café in the Enler Centre

New Decorating Business 'PaintPal' Took Part in the Go for It Programme

Dundonald man Michael Carson set up his painting and decorating business after taking part in Go for It

Atlanta Business Opportunities on Offer for Local Businesses

Are you a local business that wants to access the US market? Join our trade programme to Atlanta

Local Businesses Keep Their Business Fighting Fit

Employee Health & Wellbeing is important to maintain productivity and a happy workplace

Smithvale Dog Centre Goes for It

New dog centre set up after undertaking Go for It programme

Healthy tips from The Female Enterprise Boot camp

Budding female entrepreneurs hear from successful female role models

'Business Games' Conclude with Local Eatery Crowned Champion

The first event of its kind ‘The Business Games Challenge’ was a three stage challenge of dodgeball, Olympic Handball and Tag Rugby with businesses from across the City competing for the top prize.

Reynolds Sports Brings Composite Hurl to the Market

Go for It programme plays a part in bringing the composite hurl to the marketplace by local company Reynolds Sports

Lisburn & Castlereagh Businesses Go Dutch

Successful trade development programme to the Netherlands for local businesses

'Business Games' Commence at the LeisurePlex

Local businesses get competitive on the ball court

Standing Stones Tourist Attraction Underway

A stunning £1.75 million tourist accommodation and restaurant development is underway

Bluefield Houseboats - Making Waves in Alternative Property

Local company produces bespoke energy efficient luxury houseboats

Small businesses in Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council gearing up for new sales!

The new round of the Council's Sales Development Programme is open for applications

Lisburn Castlereagh City Has 'The Right Combination' For Investment

The Council is returning to MIPIM UK to secure inward investment

Mental Fitness Top of Agenda For Entrepreneurs Network

Local businesses attended this event to hear how to gain increased mental fitness to improve their overall work performance

Council Visits Local Company to Discuss Its Future Plans

Councillor Mackin visits local business McCreath Taylor which has over 100 years experience in the waste management industry

American Delegation Visits the Council Area to Gain an Insight into Successful Economic Development

A high profile business delegation from Berrien County, Georgia, Atlanta visited the Council area to gain knowledge

Local Businesses Donate to Charity

£2,850 was raised by local businesses recently for two worthwhile charities

There's Nothing Dodgy About Our Local Businesses

Congratulations to all fifteen local businesses that took part in this Business Solutions Initiative

More than 3,000 Budding Entrepreneurs to Get Help Creating Their Business Plans

Plans for more than 3,000 new start-up businesses are set to be developed this year as part of The Regional Start Initiative.

Local Businesses Network in Westminster

Local businesses champion the City, which is business friendly and best connected, as the growing destination to do business

16 winners showcase the very best of local business

The Council showcases local businesses at Gala Awards evening

The Council is now offering a bespoke package of support for local companies to develop viable commercial projects

The Council is now offering a bespoke package of support for local companies to develop viable commercial projects

Business Leaders Attend Digital Age Event

The Council was delighted to host a recent Management Month event in partnership with the Management & Leadership Network

McCulla Ireland Ltd. Hosts Business Engagement Visit

Council representatives visit one of the country’s leading providers of Ambient, Chilled and Frozen logistics solutions

Founding Member of NI-NL Attends 10th Anniversary Dinner

The Council is delighted with the continued growth of NI-NL and the business partnerships that have developed

Lisburn-based company, Leckey, hosts Business Engagement Visit

The visit was part of an ongoing programme of Council-led Business Engagement Visits to local employers

Council Hosts First Business Leaders Lunch

Council representatives’ welcomed senior business people from companies across Lisburn and Castlereagh