UK Sector Grants

Healthcare & Life Sciences Business Grants

The UK life sciences sector benefits from substantial government investment through UKRI, NHS innovation programmes, and dedicated biotech funding. Grants support research, development, and commercialisation of healthcare innovations.

26grants available
Innovation, growth & development funding

Medical Research Funding

UKRI, MRC, and charity funders support biomedical research and early-stage development. Academic-industry partnerships can access significant research grant funding.

NHS Innovation

NHS programmes including SBRI Healthcare and Academic Health Science Networks support health tech companies to develop and deploy innovations within the healthcare system.

Regulatory & Commercialisation

Grants help life sciences companies navigate regulatory approval and commercialisation. This includes clinical trial support and market access assistance.

UK Life Sciences & Health Grants

26 grants found

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West Berkshire Council

Business support - West Berkshire

Planning, marketing strategy, investment and general guidance for businesses in or looking to relocate to West Berkshire.

SupportSouth EastRolling
All SectorsBusiness Support
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Mansfield District Council

Business start-up grant scheme - Mansfield

Grant to fund new businesses in the Mansfield area.

Up to £2,500East MidlandsRolling
All SectorsGrants & Funding
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Department for Business and Trade

Business Growth Grant Scheme - Mansfield

Grants for established businesses in Mansfield that can produce a growth plan leading to job creation.

Up to £2,500East MidlandsRolling
All SectorsGrants & Funding
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Department for Business and Trade

Business Growth Fund

Grant funding for business growth projects that lead to job creation.

Between £20,000 and £200,000UK WideRolling
All SectorsGrants & Funding
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Scarborough Borough Council

Business Development Grant Scheme – Scarborough

Grants to help new start-up and established SMEs looking to grow or relocate to the Borough of Scarborough.

Up to £5,000Yorkshire & HumberRolling
All SectorsGrants & Funding
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NBV Enterprise Solutions Ltd

Business Assist - NBV

One-to-one advisory sessions and specialised workshops available for businesses in Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire and Greater Lincolnshire.

Support and adviceEast MidlandsRolling
All SectorsBusiness Support
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Department for Business and Trade

Biorenewables Development Centre (BDC) – Yorkshire

Support for scientists and business specialists to solve a process, material, or product development challenge.

Specialist support projects worth £1000 eachYorkshire & HumberRolling
All SectorsBusiness Support
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Leeds City Council

AD:VENTURE Business Growth Grant

A Growth Grant available to new businesses in West Yorkshire.

Between £1,500 and £10,000Yorkshire & HumberRolling
All SectorsGrants & Funding
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Nottingham City Council

UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) - Nottingham

The UK Shared Prosperity Fund is a funding programme that aims to support local businesses and communities.

Up to £4.6mUK Wide31 Mar 2026
All SectorsGrants & Funding
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Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs - Forestry Commission - Nature for Climate Fund

England Woodland Creation Offer (EWCO)

Supports the establishment of new woodlands, administered by the Forestry Commission.

From £4,000 to £2 millionUK Wide31 Mar 2027
All SectorsGreen & Sustainability
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West of England Combined Authority

Bristol Business and Enterprise Support (BrisBES)

BrisBES is a programme that delivers high-quality, inclusive, and sustainable support to Bristol's entrepreneurs and businesses.

SupportSouth WestInvalid Date
All SectorsBusiness Support
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The Hive

Business Support Unlocked

Business Support Unlocked is a free programme that provides North Somerset businesses with a package of flexible and accessible support to help them overcome challenges and succeed.

SupportSouth WestInvalid Date
All SectorsBusiness Support

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about UK life sciences & health grants