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May 2012
- 31/05/2012
- North East to Benefit from Business Acceleration Programme
In July the region's process industry group NEPIC will formally launch its scheme aimed at creating 1,000 jobs and bringing in £40 million of business to small and medium-sized enterprises in the North East. - 31/05/2012
- Talking Science Grants Scheme Launched for Scotland
The Talking Science Grants scheme is designed to support public activities and events that ignite a passion for science, technology and engineering or mathematics (STEM). - 30/05/2012
- Nesta Launches Round Two of Innovation in Giving Fund
Nesta and the Office for Civil Society have launched the second "call for ideas" for the £10 million Innovation in Giving Fund. Any organisation in England, in any sector, may submit a proposal. - 30/05/2012
- New Loan Scheme for Creative Businesses in Greater London
Creative Industry Finance has been set up to provide small loans and practical business advice and support for cultural and creative enterprises in London. - 30/05/2012
- The Pitch Small Business Competition - Deadline Extended
Applications for the 2012 round of The Pitch, an annual competition which aims to find the UK's most exciting and innovative small companies and entrepreneurial talent, continue to be accepted. - 29/05/2012
- BIS Guidance to Help Make Business Your Business
The Make Business Your Business report showcases the opportunities and support available to small business start-ups in the UK. - 29/05/2012
- Creative Scotland/Young Scot Creative Enterprise Fund - New Round Open
The Creative Enterprise Fund is designed to support young people in Scotland, aged 15-22, with activities which allow them to flourish within the creative industries. - 29/05/2012
- Greater Manchester Benefits from Business Tourism Appeal
Business tourism generated £822 million for the Greater Manchester economy, according to research published by tourist board Visit Manchester. - 29/05/2012
- Wyre Forest Council Offers Business Rate Relief for Empty Shops
A scheme targeted at bringing shops that are empty back into use has been set up by Wyre Forest District Council. - 28/05/2012
- £82.5 Million StartUp Loans Scheme for Young Entrepreneurs Now Open (England)
The Government has announced the launch of a new £82.5 million student-loan style initiative for young entrepreneurs in England who are planning to start a new business. - 28/05/2012
- Advice for North East Businesses at 'Be World Class' Conference
Businesses will get the chance to find out how they can maximise their performance at a North East conference. - 28/05/2012
- Invest Northern Ireland's £50 Million Fund to Begin Lending by Summer
Funding for the Invest NI £50 million loan fund is expected to provide its first loans in July to small and medium-sized businesses. - 28/05/2012
- New Renewable Energy Grants for Northern Ireland's Householders
The Renewable Heat Premium Payment Scheme (RHPP) has been established to help domestic householders in Northern Ireland install renewable heating and hot water systems in their homes. - 28/05/2012
- Northern Ireland Boiler Replacement Scheme Launching in September
A boiler replacement scheme worth £12 million to improve energy efficiency in 16,000 homes across Northern Ireland has been announced by the Social Development Minister Nelson McCausland. - 28/05/2012
- Scotland's Modern Apprenticeship Awards Open to Applications for 2012
Now in their eleventh year, the Modern Apprenticeship Awards are a celebration of the high standards being reached by many employees, employers and learning providers involved in Modern Apprenticeships in Scotland. - 24/05/2012
- £18 Million Marine Renewables Commercialisation Fund Launched (Scotland)
The Marine Renewables Commercialisation Fund (MRCF) is funded by the Scottish Government and administered by the Carbon Trust. - 24/05/2012
- Businesses in Doncaster with Opportunity to Support Growth Plans
Start up and early stage firms in Doncaster will have access to support their growth plans following a new organisation's launch. - 24/05/2012
- ignite100 - £1 Million Investment Programme for Digital Start-ups
ignite100 is a mentorship-led accelerator programme for start-up businesses, with a £100,000 package available to participants. - 23/05/2012
- Derbyshire Apprentice Scheme to be Showcased Nationally
A scheme targeted at creating 700 apprenticeships is being showcased for its vision at national level. - 23/05/2012
- Farming and Forestry Improvement Scheme - Round Two Now Open
Defra has opened the second round of its Farming and Forestry Improvement Scheme (FFIS) to help farming, forestry and horticultural businesses in England to become more efficient at using resources. - 23/05/2012
- Launch of £200 Million GrowthAccelerator for SMEs in England
The new GrowthAccelerator initiative is designed to help up to 26,000 new and evolving businesses in England to achieve their ambition and potential. - 23/05/2012
- The Pitch - Reminder of Imminent Deadline (UK)
Applications for the 2012 round of The Pitch, an annual competition which aims to find the UK's most exciting and innovative small companies and entrepreneurial talent, continue to be accepted. - 23/05/2012
- Thurrock Low Carbon Programme Boost for Local Business
A renewable energy business, which has seen sales double over the last year, has received £500,000 to aid further growth. - 22/05/2012
- Green Corporate Energy Summit 2012
The Energy & Environmental Management Magazine (EAEM) has announced it will sponsor the Green Monday summit - 'Green Corporate Energy 2012'. - 21/05/2012
- Future 100 Awards - 2012 Round Open to Entries
The Future 100 Awards recognise the success of young entrepreneurs who demonstrate entrepreneurial flair and innovation in progressing a responsible business venture. - 21/05/2012
- Low Carbon Networks Fund - Second Tier Full Submission Deadline Announced
The Low Carbon Networks Fund is investing in energy distributor sponsored energy saving initiatives. It has previously supported electric vehicles and heat pumps, smart metering projects and micro-generation. - 21/05/2012
- New £1.2 Million Fund to Open in Haringey
Haringey Council will open the "One Borough One Future Fund" to application next week. Any group or organisation that has an innovative idea to help the Council deliver new and dynamic services to its most disadvantaged residents may apply for funding. - 21/05/2012
- Report Seeks to Help Break Down the Barriers to Entrepreneurship
More needs to be done to support businesses, according to a report by the All Party Parliamentary Small Business Group. - 18/05/2012
- £1 Billion Carbon Capture Commercialisation Programme - Final Deadline Confirmed
The CCS Commercialisation Programme has been established to support practical experience in the design, construction and operation of carbon capture and storage (CCS). - 18/05/2012
- Arts & Business Cymru Launch New Arts & Kids Investment Fund
Arts & Kids Invest is a new investment programme provided by Arts & Business Cymru (A&B Cymru). - 18/05/2012
- CultureStep
CultureStep is an investment programme provided by Arts and Business Cymru with funding from the Welsh Government. - 18/05/2012
- Government Backs £1 Billion Drive for Low Carbon Procurement
The Government is to launch a new initiative designed to promote low-carbon procurement that could be worth up to £1 billion. - 17/05/2012
- Enterprising Students to Find New Employment Route
A new initiative led by the Government to develop enterprise will result in up to 4,000 entrepreneurial university students and graduates in England connecting with small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). - 17/05/2012
- Nominations Open for 2012 Environmental Finance Awards
Environmental Finance and Carbon Finance is seeking nominations for this year’s Environmental Finance Awards, including new categories for M&A deal of the year, and wind, solar and biomass financings. - 17/05/2012
- Research into Delivering Low-Carbon Behavioural Initiatives - Scotland
This research investigates ‘what works’ in delivering low-carbon behavioural initiatives in the workplace in Scotland. - 16/05/2012
- Business Growth Fund Steps Up Investment Plans
It has been announced that the Business Growth Fund (BGF) aims to make in the region of 25 investments this year, confirmed in a statement by the Fund's Chief Executive made the announcement. - 16/05/2012
- EDF Group Launches €60 Million Investment Fund for UK Energy SMEs
The Electranova Capital Fund is a new venture capital scheme designed to support businesses operating in the energy sector. The Fund aims to encourage innovative low-carbon projects, focusing on new technologies for energy production and usage. - 16/05/2012
- Film London Opens New Round of Cultural Film Exhibition Fund
A new round of the Film London Cultural Film Exhibition Fund has opened to applications with a deadline of 20 June 2012. - 15/05/2012
- Natural England Opens £2 Million Paths for Communities Scheme
The Paths for Communities scheme has been established to develop and enhance the network of Public Rights of Way (PROW) in England in order to deliver benefits to rural areas. - 15/05/2012
- Outstanding Achievement Awards Now Open in Blaby
The Blaby Outstanding Achievement Awards scheme is open to applications with a deadline of 10 August 2012. - 14/05/2012
- Arts Tour Programme Opens New Application Round
The third round of the Arts Council England's Strategic Touring Programme is open to applications. - 14/05/2012
- Launch of £100 Million Research Collaboration Fund
The Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS) and the Higher Education Funding Council for England (HEFCE) has launched the new UK Research Partnership Investment Fund. - 14/05/2012
- UK-wide Competition for Inspiring Water Efficiency Projects
The Water Efficiency Awards are presented to those organisations in the public, private and voluntary sectors in the UK that, through water-saving activities, are helping to conserve precious resources. - 11/05/2012
- £10,000 Money Making Ideas Competition for UK Entrepreneurs
The new Money Making Ideas Competition will reward one exceptional entrepreneur, helping them to achieve their aspirations of starting-up or growing a business. - 11/05/2012
- Contest Aims to Forge UK-China Links
Cash prizes totalling £12,000 are available through a competition aiming to capitalise on the opportunities offered by business collaborations between China and the UK. - 11/05/2012
- Launch of the Medway Innovation Vouchers Scheme
The main objective of the Medway Innovation Vouchers Scheme is to stimulate greater interaction between the University of Greenwich and SMEs in Medway to boost the company's innovation capability. - 11/05/2012
- Scotland's Low Carbon Skills Fund Re-opens to Applications
Skills Development Scotland has relaunched its Low Carbon Skills Fund. - 11/05/2012
- Welsh Government Boosts Funding for Ecosystems
The Welsh Government is allocating £1 million to the Ecosystem Resilience, Diversity and Compliance Fund in an effort to strengthen the country's ecosystems and make the country's natural environment more resilient to the effects of climate change. - 10/05/2012
- 2012 North East Exporters' Awards Open for Applications
The North East Exporters' Awards aim to recognise the efforts of individuals who have helped their companies boost international sales performance. - 10/05/2012
- Creative Scotland Announces New Investment Programmes
Creative Scotland has refreshed all of its Investment Programmes. - 10/05/2012
- Farming and Forestry Improvement Scheme for England - Round Two
Defra has launched the second round of its Farming and Forestry Improvement Scheme (FFIS) to help farming, forestry and horticultural businesses in England to become more efficient at using resources. - 10/05/2012
- The Mentor Hive Launches
Available to SMEs and individuals, The Mentor Hive is dedicated to providing mentoring support to those seeking help, guidance and advice in getting into employment or starting their own businesses. - 09/05/2012
- £180 Million Biomedical Catalyst Fund Launched for SMEs and Academics
The Biomedical Catalyst scheme has been set up to provide funding for businesses and academics to develop solutions to healthcare challenges in the UK. - 09/05/2012
- Business Event in Derby Aimed at Stimulating Growth
A business event is being held in Derby to discuss developments in finance for growth businesses and to encourage the stimulation of growth in the region. - 09/05/2012
- Coming Up - Opportunities for Film-makers (UK)
Coming Up is a talent scheme that provides emerging film-makers with the opportunity to make an authored drama with a guaranteed network broadcast. - 09/05/2012
- New Online Business Lending Facility Offers Loans up to £10,000
Wonga Business Loans is a new online lending facility set up to advance funding to commercial applicants operating a business in the UK. - 09/05/2012
- Start-up Loans Pilot Scheme to Launch Later in Year
The Government has outlined more details about its new Start-up Loans Pilot Scheme for young entrepreneurs. - 08/05/2012
- Business Angel Co Investment Fund (Angel CoFund) Invests £7.2 Million
The Business Angel Co Investment Fund (Angel CoFund) has announced the completion of its first five investments, with a total of £7.2 million committed to SMEs. - 08/05/2012
- Business Collaboration Prize - 2012 Round Open (Scotland)
The Collaboration Prize aims to encourage businesses to consider working with others to form a new consortium co-operative. - 08/05/2012
- Natural England Proposes New Paths for Communities Grants
Advance Notice of the proposed new Paths for Communities (P4C) scheme has been given. Full details will be reported once the scheme is formally launched and open to applications. - 08/05/2012
- New Business Plan Competition for Digital Enterprises
The Bootlaw Competition is a business plan contest offering free legal advice to emerging technology, internet and digital professionals. - 08/05/2012
- Small Business Loan Fund Launched in Telford and Wrekin
Telford and Wrekin Council has launch a small business loans fund along with community development financial institution Impetus. - 08/05/2012
- Sustainability Leaders Awards - 2012 Entry Deadline Extended (UK)
Entries for the 2012 Sustainability Leaders Awards continue to be accepted. - 04/05/2012
- European Fisheries Fund (EFF) Northern Ireland - New Round Open
The European Fisheries Fund (EFF) for Northern Ireland will provide support for the fisheries sector by giving priority to four basic areas under six overall aims. - 04/05/2012
- Scotland's Marketing Development Scheme Open to Applications until Summer 2012
The Marketing Development Scheme is designed to assist food producers in Scotland with the costs of projects to develop marketing activities. - 04/05/2012
- UK eCommerce Awards for Excellence - 2012 Round Now Open
The eCommerce Awards for Excellence are designed to reward the activities of the UK's ecommerce industry. The awards celebrate the country's presence in ecommerce excellence and winners will be showcased as inspirational companies. - 03/05/2012
- Businesses to Vie for Share of £2 Billion at Investor Pitch Expo
Engineering, manufacturing and technology businesses will have the opportunity to bid for a share of £2 billion of investment at a business fair taking place this summer. - 03/05/2012
- Interactive Media Awards (BIMA) - 2012 Round Open (UK)
The annual BIMA Awards are renowned as the most prestigious new media competition in Europe, setting the standard for the industry, celebrating creative excellence and craftsmanship within digital media. - 03/05/2012
- Launch of the Enterprise M3 Growing Enterprise Fund for Hampshire & Surrey
Enterprise M3 Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) has been awarded £21.7 million as part of the Government's Growing Places Fund. The Growing Places Fund in the Enterprise M3 LEP area is known as the Growing Enterprise Fund. - 01/05/2012
- £10,000 Money Making Ideas Competition Launched for UK Entrepreneurs
The Money Making Ideas Competition has been set up to reward one entrepreneur, helping them to achieve their aspirations of starting-up or growing a business. - 01/05/2012
- Enterprising Britain 2012 Awards Now Open
The Government has launched Enterprising Britain 2012; a nationwide competition to find the most entrepreneurial places in the UK, where enterprise is creating jobs and transforming communities. - 01/05/2012
- Government Seeks Help to Administer £10 Million Business Start-up Loans
The next stage of the Government’s new £10 million Start-up Loans for young people pilot scheme has been announced. - 01/05/2012
- Greenbuild Expo 2012
Greenbuild Expo returns to Manchester on 9 & 10 May with over 100 free seminar, debate and CPD workshop sessions. - 01/05/2012
- Launch of Expansion East Kent
Expansion East Kent is a £35 million programme of financial support to businesses seeking to invest in East Kent to create jobs. - 01/05/2012
- Worldwide Postcode Lottery Green Challenge - 2012 Round Open
The Postcode Lottery Green Challenge is a contest that rewards inventions that successfully combine sustainability, entrepreneurship and creativity.