Support varies by nation
Devolved administrations run their own business support programmes, and local authorities frequently add their own. A business in Cardiff has a different funding landscape to one in Manchester, so always check both national and local sources.
Where to start looking
These are the routes that most often produce something usable.
- Your local authority's business support pages
- The national business support helpline for your nation
- Growth hubs and regional business boards
- Sector trade bodies, which often broker schemes
Tax relief can beat grants
Capital allowances on qualifying plant and machinery frequently deliver more value than a small grant, without the application overhead. Discuss any planned equipment spend with your accountant first.
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