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Nov 25, 2024
Ballymena BID’s ‘Leaders of Tomorrow Programme’ a Huge Success
Pictured are the delegates of the Leaders of Tomorrow programme alongside Emma McCrea (left) and Clare Moore (far right) and (front row)...


Nov 25, 2024
Northern Ireland sees significant growth for Green Jobs in 2024
The hydrogen powered bus - built in Ballymena by Wrightbus - the UK leader in zero-emission public transport. Northern Ireland has seen...


Nov 16, 2024
Douglas & Grahame employee reaches half century milestone in menswear
Christine McMurran pictured holding her first contract of employment with Douglas & Grahame, dated 1974. As Carrickfergus-headquartered...


Nov 15, 2024
Nearly two thirds of NI mums want to retrain for new career, but money, time & guilt hold them back
Almost two-thirds (62%) of NI mums surveyed would consider retraining for a new career but are held back by multiple barriers according...


Nov 13, 2024
MEA Council sees exodus of staff wanting to ‘jump ship’
Councillors have been given an update on Mid and East Antrim Borough Council’s voluntary redundancy scheme. The proposed severance was...


Nov 12, 2024
The Gallaher Trust and Ballymena Chamber set to host event to inspire future partnerships
James Perry, MBE a member of The Gallaher Trust’s Board of Trustees is pictured alongside delivery partner, Habitat for Humanity...


Nov 8, 2024
Successful apprenticeship E-Hub pilot expands opportunities for local talent
Smith’s Engineering Works – Darwin Smith (Owner) & apprentice Daniel Hill Mid and East Antrim Borough Council’s innovative Apprenticeship...


Nov 8, 2024
Sysco boosts NI team with two key senior appointments
Mark O’Gara and Gareth Clements Sysco, Ireland’s leading foodservice specialist, has appointed two new members to its senior management...


Nov 5, 2024
New initiative launches to train HGV and bus drivers in Mid & East Antrim
Mid & East Antrim Labour Market Partnership (MEALMP) has announced the launch of the Transport Academy, aimed at training unemployed or...


Oct 29, 2024
Pay boost for millions of workers next year
Over 3 million workers will receive a pay boost after the Chancellor confirmed the National Living Wage will increase from £11.44 to...


Oct 28, 2024
NI Hospitality School joins forces with private businesses securing 36 jobs
Bar academy graduates from the NI Hospitality School are pictured with representatives from the academy funders, Ashely Douglas,...


Oct 25, 2024
Pallet Network accelerates growth for Ballymena logistics specialists TST
A Northern Ireland logistics specialist is on a major recruitment drive after accelerating its growth by joining one of the UK’s leading...


Oct 23, 2024
Wrightbus appoints new HR director as expansion continues
New director of human resources at Wrightbus, Ballymena man James Hamill Leading zero-emission transport manufacturer Wrightbus has...


Oct 21, 2024
Event showcasing careers in learning disability and mental health nursing
(L-R) Maria McIlgorm, Chief Nursing Officer Department of Health; Health Minister Mike Nesbitt; Claire Thompson; Samantha Irwin. The...


Oct 21, 2024
New initiative boosts job prospects for Ballymena locals
THE Gallaher Trust and 12 local participants celebrated the completion of the inaugural Get into Hospitality Academy, a new intensive...


Oct 15, 2024
Wrightbus apprentice joins panel to discuss opportunities for women in the bus and coach industry
Apprentice Hannah Currie A female apprentice from zero-emission bus manufacturer Wrightbus shared her insights into the opportunities and...


Oct 14, 2024
130 student placements on offer with Civil Service – Archibald
Pictured with Finance Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald and Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs Andrew Muir are Gráinne...


Oct 9, 2024
Topframe expands with £2m investment in new Castledawson factory
Pictured at Topframe Engineering's premises in Castledawson are (l-r) Brendan McGuigan, Director of Advanced Manufacturing...


Oct 8, 2024
Over 1,000 new jobs within DfC to generate £35million per year
Communities Minister Gordon Lyons and Department for Work and Pensions Minister Andrew Western meet staff during a visit to the service...
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