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Tourism
Trade Support
New Restrictions Announced
We were disappointed to learn this morning that our hospitality businesses will once again have to close from Friday for 4 weeks, in a bid to curb the spread of the virus. We hope that this will be a short term measure and if you choose to remain open for take away and delivery services please let us know and we will add you to our listings on visitcauseawaycoastandglens.com #supportlocal #buylocal.

The tourism team will continue to send you updates and information on any further government funding opportunities which may become available in the coming weeks. For full announcement CLICK HERE.
CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR FINANCIAL SUPPORT
COVID-19 Business & Financial Planning Support Programme for Tourism Industry

This scheme is now open and will provide advisory support to tourism businesses to develop their recovery plans including:

  • a health check and financial plan
  • review of business model
  • identify funding shortfalls and/or debt restructuring
For full details and to apply CLICK HERE.
Job Retention Bonus
New guidance is available on the Job Retention Bonus, a one-off payment to businesses that retain previously furloughed staff until the end of January 2021. CLICK HERE.
Apprenticeship Recovery Package

Click on each of the links below for further information on each element of these recovery packages. 
Small Business Support Grants
Local businesses can temporarily access Open 4 Business portal and register for free HERE!
This portal will be available until 31 October. It will allow you to search for grants, special loans and awards for which your business or start-up may be eligible.

PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
This year's Atlantic Sessions goes Virtual on Friday 13th, Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th November. Audiences will have the opportunity to watch live at atlanticsessions.com at 7pm each evening and enjoy some of the most talented artists in the country from the comfort of their own home. Featuring original music, interviews and chat, our virtual festival will be brought to viewers from some of our most stunning coastal locations around Portrush and Portstewart. Full details coming soon at atlanticsessions.com and on our social media channels.
FINAL CALL to all producers and hospitality businesses to get involved in this year's virtual Atlantic Sessions!
Following this mornings announcements this is an opportunity to promote your business for take away / delivery services and for local producers to collaborate. If you would like to be involved in this promotion or discuss possibilities or ideas please register interest by emailing​
E vicky.stevenson@causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk 
Closing date Monday 19 October @ 12 noon.
Keep Your details up-to-date on Tidinet
We are excited to report that we are currently planning a new website for visitcausewaycoastandglens.com.
In preparation of the new site we would urge you to ensure that your details are up-to-date on Tourism NI's tidinet system which directly feeds information into our site. CLICK HERE to update your entry and make the most of your online web presence.
Halloween goes Virtual
Council's events team are producing 10 days of virtual Halloween activities including spooky story-telling, wicked walks, crafty arts and foodie haunts from 24th October to 2nd November.
Full details to follow on Causeway Coast & Glens Events Facebook or see visitcausewaycoastandglens.com
UPCOMING WEBINARS
Tourism NI TED Webinars

To register for any of TNI's upcoming TED Webinars listed below please CLICK HERE.

Webinar Topic

Date(s)

Introduction to Financial Planning/Models
for Micro/Small Tourism Businesses

 

Tuesday 20th October
10:00 – 11:30

Tuesday 20th October
14:00 – 15:30

Thursday 22nd October
10:00 – 11:30

Introduction to Financial Planning/Models
for Medium/Large Tourism Businesses

 

Thursday 22nd October
14:00 – 15:30

Setting Key Performance Indicators – Business Planning
for Micro/Small Tourism Businesses

 

Tuesday 27th October
10:00 – 11:30

Tuesday 27th October
14:00 – 15:30

Thursday 29th October
10:00 – 11:30

Setting Key Performance Indicators – Business Planning
for Medium//Large Tourism Businesses

Thursday 29th October
14:00 – 15:30
Your Business Matters Webinar 
with Hospitality Ulster and Tourism Alliance NI in partnership with Causeway Chamber 
Thurs 15 October @ 10am-11am Register HERE.
Funding Webinars with InterchangeIreland

Part 2 - Alternative funders and bank supports
Tue 20 October @ 10:00-11:30am

Part 3 - Navigating economic recovery, private equity & other supports Tue1 December @ 10:00-11:30am
More info and register HERE
HMRC Webinars
Register HERE for webinars from HMRC including:
  • Extensions to Job Retention Scheme and flexible furloughing
  • Self-Employment Income Support Scheme - claiming the second grant
  • Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) Rebate Scheme
TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES
FREE Online Programmes at NRC
The Dept for the Economy have recently announced further funding for free online training. Northern Regional College are offering a series of free online courses. CLICK HERE for info.

Free places available on Open University courses to build professional skills

The Open University in Northern Ireland, in partnership with the Department for the Economy, is offering a limited number of opportunities to upskill and reskill for those impacted by COVID-19. CLICK HERE.
Food Hygiene, Allergen, COVID-19 and other online health & safety training
CLICK HERE
Food Allergy and Intolerance Training
The Food Standards Agency has updated its food allergy and intolerance training. The training will help you understand what you can do to protect those with a food allergy and get your business compliant with the latest regulations. CLICK HERE.
Food Safety During Covid-19
Food Standards Agency NI Director Maria Jennings joins Joel from HU to discuss the critically important topic of serving food safely during COVID-19. CLICK HERE to watch.
Quick Guide for Employers 
COVID-19 in a Business Setting from the HSC CLICK HERE.
Apply Here for Business Support & Mentoring
Need help to plan restarting your business?
Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council’s Alchemy programme is offering a package of support which can be tailored specifically for your tourism and hospitality business, with recovery mentoring (up to 3 days). CLICK HERE to fll in the short form.

Could your business benefit from Digital Support Marketing?

The Digital Causeway Programme will support 350 businesses located within the Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council area to embrace digital technology and incorporate digital platforms into their business operations and procedures. CLICK HERE for details and to apply.
Causeway Coast and Glens COVID-19 Business Support page
CLICK HERE for Covid-19 Business Support Updates at nibusinessinfo.co.uk
CLICK HERE for latest news from Hospitality Ulster
For full advice and information from Tourism NI CLICK HERE.
Please call or email the tourism team with any queries or concerns and we will do our very best to help you or direct you to those who can.

Email us at engagement@causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk 

Contact Vicky T 07591 837841 
(Mon & Tue 9am-5pm, Wed 9am-12.30pm) 

Contact Siobhan T 07591 837848
(Tues, Wed, Thurs 9am-5pm)

Follow us on Twitter @CCAGTourismTeam for updates.
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