Cracking the EU Grant Code: Opportunity for UK Small Businesses

Contrary to what some might believe about the complexities of securing European funding, new data reveals a significant success story for the UK. Since re-joining the EU’s Horizon research funding programme, British scientists have been awarded an impressive £500 million in grants. This puts the UK in a strong fifth position overall among all beneficiaries, … Read more

What Are The Latest Building and Renovation Grant Schemes Available In The UK?

Introduction  According to the UK Commercial Property Monitor for Q1 2025 by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) there is an increase in demand for occupancy for office (+6%) and industrial (+9%) premises when compared with the previous quarter, signifying gradual improvements in market sentiment for the commercial property sector. However, in comparison the … Read more

New Boost for UK Business Funding

Small businesses across the UK could find accessing finance a little easier thanks to a significant recent announcement. The government has committed billions of pounds to bolster funding options, including a substantial £20 billion expansion of financing support through UK Export Finance. For businesses with ambitions to trade internationally, this increased backing could unlock crucial … Read more

What Are The Latest Energy Efficiency Grant Schemes Available In The UK?

Introduction  A recent study by Utility Bidder has revealed that only 17% of local authority areas in England and Wales have at least 50% of their non-domestic (business) properties with a positive Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of A+, A or B. The study rates the Top Local Authorities For Starting a Business in 2025 … Read more

What Are The Latest Innovation Funding Schemes For UK Businesses?

Introduction  According to the 2025 Innovation Barometer by Ayming, a London based innovation funding consultancy specialist, UK businesses surveyed are requesting that the Government provides further targeted support to drive innovation and growth as a lack of funding is holding back research and development (R&D) activities.  Currently, only 39% of UK businesses surveyed were able … Read more

What Funding Opportunities Are There For Property Development In The UK?

Introduction  According to a 2025 survey by buy to let lender Together, a number of UK landlords and property developers are not fully aware of overall financial costs or resulting benefits when planning property renovation or repairs to their housing portfolio. This can impact on the overall profitability when selling a developed property or taking … Read more