Global IT firm to invest £16m in NI workforce to drive digital transformation

Allstate NI to invest £16million to upskill and reskill its workforce in Londonderry and Belfast

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Claire Cartmill Business Reporter While global eyes are on the UK during the US President's State Visit, Northern Ireland is making its own state-side headlines — and for all the right reasons. In a major boost for the local economy, Bank of America has announced plans to create up to 1,000 new jobs in Belfast, marking its first-ever operation in NI. Meanwhile, fellow US giant Citi has reaffirmed its £1.1 billion investment in the UK, with a continued focus on Belfast, where it already employs more than 4,000 people.  Adding to the momentum, Allstate NI is investing £16m to upskill and reskill staff across its Londonderry and Belfast offices, helping ensure that innovation and opportunity continue to thrive locally. But it's not just multinationals making news… One of this week's most-read stories is the heartwarming reopening of Blackwatertown's much-loved Portmor restaurant and bar, now back in the hands of former owner Stevie Hughes' great-grandchildren, reconnecting with family roots over 70 years on. And in this week's Love Your Local, we feature an inspiring tale of entrepreneurship — a NI dad who turned loose change into a £100m global cash powerhouse. A true testament to local drive and determination! As always, we want to hear from you! If you're celebrating a business milestone, have a new appointment to share, or know of a fantastic local business we should feature in our Love Your Local spotlight — get in touch claire.cartmill@jpress.co.uk or use our business@newsletter.co.uk. Take care Claire x     Global software firm to invest £16million in NI           Business news           US financial giant to create up to 1,000 jobs in Belfast with its first-ever operation in NI           Landmark NI business park goes up for sale for £5.5m           Wrightbus CEO appointed deputy chairman and new chief executive to be announced.           Belfast engineering firm launches sustainable aviation fuel company           NI targets £90m economic surge with ICC Belfast's convention expansion plan           Fermanagh businessman takes the helm at Hospitality Ulster amid sector challenges                 Love Your Local               Meet the NI dad who turned loose change into £100m global cash powerhouse     ​Volcanic Rock Gin and Curly Pigs triumph with UK foodies in London                 Community news                     NI bar and restaurant returns to family hands after 70 years as former owner's great-grandchildren take the helm             Migration to NI hits 15-year high with 30k more expected seeking 'better life'     'Buzzing' opening for new £4m NI community store and filling station as locals queue from 6.05am                   View more news

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