Summaries of local and national support, funding, events and networking.
National Funding Tools
Grants, Finance & Support Schemes - National PortalsMedicines Discovery Catapult
Offers innovation support to businesses developing new medicines or technologies.Crowdfunding
Crowdfunding is a method of getting finance by sourcing small amounts from a large number of people, rather than getting large amounts from one or a few.Innovate
Innovate has been developed by the FCA to foster competition and growth in financial services by supporting both small and large businesses to develop products.Actionable information, tools and resources
UMi users receive discount on Amplifi Solutions' R&D Tax Credit Service

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If you spot an opportunity to create a new product, enhance an existing product, improve a process or extend the knowledge within a certain field, you could be eligible for research and development (R&D) tax credits.
Winning government contracts if you’re an SME
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Dave Jones - Growth Consultant
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IT security for your business
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Inspiration
Chamber International identifies overseas PPE stocks

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IT company supports homeworking
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First look at Manchester Airport's private terminal
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Apprentices on offer for SMEs
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Events and webinars
How to raise debt finance to help your business go further

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WATCH: How to structure your grant application
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WATCH: A guide to business loans
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WATCH: Get the best from your Tide business banking app
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