Innovate UK supports UK-based businesses to invest in research, development, and innovation through grant funding, loans, or procurements. You can browse and apply for funding opportunities through their Innovation Funding Service.
Various types of funding opportunities are available throughout the year. Each opportunity has its own eligibility criteria and scope. The Innovation Funding Service has information on what funding opportunities are available and which ones may be right for you.
It is important that you read the full eligibility, scope, and guidance for a funding opportunity before you apply.
See: Innovation competitions - Innovation Funding Service (apply-for-innovation-funding.service.gov.uk)
A new GOV.UK service allows businesses and individuals to find out whether their address is due a broadband upgrade. By entering your postcode, you can see whether your premises or home is covered by rollout plans.
With 6 April 2026, ushering in the start of the new tax year, there are some changes on the way that may affect how you run and plan for your business. To help you stay ahead, we have highlighted three key updates worth having on your radar.