Firms in high-skill and highly-paid sectors, such as biotechnology, engineering, high-tech manufacturing and life sciences were, for example, more likely to receive financial support in the form of a grant than companies in lower-skilled industries. more»
Heathrow Airport has partnered with the Department for International Trade (DIT) to support a new grant programme to fund trade missions and overseas market research on behalf of small UK businesses. more»
The multinational has called for entrepreneurs for its PepsiCo Nutrition Greenhouse – a programme to find and nurture the best emerging nutrition, health and wellness brands in the food and drinks space. more»
Over half of small UK business owners are completely unaware of the research and development tax relief scheme and how it could benefit their company, according to new survey findings. more»
The government has announced a Tourism Action Plan that aims to boost tourism in Britain through deregulatory measures and funding. more»
By approaching grants as part of a balanced funding strategy however, and being honest about how it fits with your ambitions, many tech startups could benefit hugely from the process, if not the cash. more»
Mentall Snapp’s video sharing platform has quickly attracted the attention of the mental health profession. Business Advice sat down with co-founder Hannah Chamberlain to find out how the platform improves mental ill health in the UK. more»
According to the online database GRANTfinder, there are more than 650 UK government grants that have a national focus, administered by a wide range of departments. Business Advice has hand-picked a selection that we think are most relevant, and will most intrigue and excite the country’s micro business community. more»
Daniel Tenner takes a closer look at what the proposed government changes to specific grant funding options in last year’s Autumn Statement may mean in real terms for small business. more»
Co-founder of GrantTree and resident grants expert Daniel Tenner takes a closer look at the implications of the government's new Advanced Assurance process on R&D tax credits for small firms. more»
