Start Up Loans
Apply for a government-backed Start Up Loan of £500 to £25,000 to start or grow your business.
Unlike a business loan, this is an unsecured personal loan. You’ll need to pass a credit check.
You’ll get free support and guidance to help write your business plan, and successful applicants get up to 12 months of free mentoring.
Business must have been trading for fewer than 36 months
Research and Development Tax Credits
Research and Development (R&D) relief supports companies that work on innovative projects in science and technology. It can be claimed by a range of companies that seek to research or develop an advance in their field.
Innovate UK
If you’re a UK-based business or research organisation, you may be able to compete for government-backed funding to:
- Research and develop a process, product or service
- Test your innovation ideas
- Collaborate with other organisations.
Made Smarter
Made Smarter South East is making it easier for makers, creators and manufacturers in the South East to innovate, upskill and grow their business by adopting industrial digital technologies.
You could also access training programmes to increase your workforce’s digital skills, match-funded grants to purchase hardware or software, and leadership development support.
Find a Grant
If you are looking for funding, take a look at the Cabinet Office’s digital service for organisations to search and apply for government grants. Find a Grant.
