Council plans digital help for Businesses

Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council has been progressing a project focussed on providing digital help for local businesses.
By Claire Cartmill
Published 29th Jan 2021, 06:00 BST
Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Councillor Jim MontgomeryMayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Councillor Jim Montgomery
Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Councillor Jim Montgomery

The programme, which will be delivered from early summer 2021 through to December 2022, will drive digital inclination amongst each of the businesses target markets.

The scheme also provides high quality digital support, expose and share good practice and put in place a digital acceleration plan for each business.

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Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Councillor Jim Montgomery said; “This funding will further support the growth and enhancement of our technology infrastructure, enabling businesses to operate in an increasingly digital world.

“Small businesses and entrepreneurs continue to be the driving force of innovation, growth and employment and as a Council we are committed to supporting our businesses so they in turn can deliver greater prosperity for the people in our Borough.”

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