The Intellectual Property Office (IPO) has launched a new scheme to support innovative small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with their intellectual property (IP) such as copyright, designs, trademarks and patents. IP Advance provides targeted advice and support to help businesses better understand their IP, develop an IP strategy and, where appropriate, support to implement that strategy. There are […]
Business & economy
New grants and loan schemes and the latest news on funding opportunities for businesses in Devon.
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East Devon Carbon Action Fund
East Devon District Council launched its Carbon Action Programme earlier in the year and is now inviting applications to the Carbon Action Fund which forms part of the programme. Businesses and community organisations in East Devon can apply for a grant to decarbonise their premises or to reuse/reduce waste in their production process. The funding […]
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Growth Guarantee Scheme
The British Business Bank has launched the Growth Guarantee Scheme (GGS) to support access to finance for UK smaller businesses as they look to invest and grow. It includes a wide range of products supported by different lenders, including term loans, overdrafts, asset finance, invoice finance and asset-based lending. Businesses can use the finance for […]
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Queen Elizabeth Scholarship Trust
Talented craftspeople and makers who wish to develop advanced skills in contemporary or traditional crafts can apply to the Queen Elizabeth Scholarship Trust for a scholarship of up to £18,000. You must display a high level of skill in your chosen field and have a strong connection to the appropriate materials, technical skills and processes. […]
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East Devon Carbon Action Programme
The East Devon Carbon Action Programme (EDCAP) is now live for businesses and community organisations to access free support to decarbonise their operations and cut energy costs. The EDCAP includes four types of support: Free access to a one-to-one support coordinator Free training sessions, workshops and access to online tools Free carbon surveys and action plans Grants to help purchase decarbonisation equipment (solar PV, LED lighting, etc), available […]
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Decarbonise Devon
Decarbonise Devon offers a ‘one-stop-shop’ for businesses and community organisations in Devon that wish to implement energy-saving measures, with support from local experts through the whole process of developing and implementing a project. Qualified energy assessors offer free, no-obligation energy assessments to advise you on the most effective ways to reduce carbon emissions and energy […]
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Business Awards
A selection of entrepreneurship and business competitions currently open for applications: Santander X UK Awards Santander is offering early-stage startup enterprises across the UK the opportunity to win equity-free funding and business support. Six entrepreneurs will win up to £25,000 for their innovative business. Apply by 16 July 2024 Santander X UK Awards Hello Tomorrow […]
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The Society Foundation
The Society Foundation provides grants for small organisations that help potentially disadvantaged people to move towards paid work. The following groups of people are prioritised: the recently homeless or vulnerably housed ex-offenders 16-24 year olds not in employment, education or training (NEET) Grants are typically up to £2,500 and can be used for capacity building […]
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Sustainable Farming Incentive
The Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) aims to help farmers manage land in a way that improves food production and is more environmentally sustainable. It is now open to all farmers including new entrants, non-farming land managers and smallholders. Details of the SFI options available in 2024 are now available and this includes access to the […]
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Fisheries and Seafood Scheme
The Fisheries and Seafood Scheme provides financial assistance for projects that support the development of the catching, processing and aquaculture sectors, and for projects that enhance the marine environment. It has re-opened with a further £2m of funding to distribute. The scheme provides funding for a range of projects that deliver the following high-level outcomes: […]