UK Sector Grants

Technology & Digital Business Grants

The UK offers extensive grant funding for technology and digital businesses. From Innovate UK's smart grants to regional digital transformation programmes, there are opportunities for tech startups, scale-ups, and established technology companies.

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Innovation, growth & development funding

Innovation & R&D Grants

Innovate UK runs competitive grant programmes for innovative technology projects. Smart Grants fund game-changing innovations, while sector-specific competitions target areas like AI, quantum computing, and advanced manufacturing technology.

Digital Transformation Support

Grants are available to help businesses adopt digital technologies. Made Smarter supports manufacturers, while regional programmes help SMEs implement new software, e-commerce platforms, and digital processes.

Cybersecurity & Data

Dedicated funding exists for cybersecurity innovation and businesses working with data. DCMS and NCSC-backed programmes support the UK's cyber sector growth.

UK Technology Grants

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BridgeAI

BridgeAI offers comprehensive funding and support solutions to businesses in priority sectors, facilitating the adoption of AI through a range of offerings.

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TechnologyInnovation & R&D
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Digital Enterprise

Match-funded grants and impartial advice for West Yorkshire SMEs to invest in digital solutions that will fuel business transformation.

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TechnologyGrants & Funding
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Office for Zero Emission Vehicles

Workplace Charging Scheme

Grant to provide support towards the costs of the purchase, installation and infrastructure of electric vehicle chargepoints at eligible places of work.

From £300 to £350UK Wide31 Mar 2027
TechnologyGreen & Sustainability
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Office for Zero Emission Vehicles

Electric vehicle chargepoint grant for renters and flat owners

The grant provides electric vehicle (EV) drivers who are renters or own a flat with support towards the costs of the purchase and installation of EV charge points.

From £1 to £500UK Wide31 Mar 2027
TechnologyGreen & Sustainability
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West of England Combined Authority

START Programme

The START programme is a pilot programme that provides a package of support and development for 150 pre-start and early formation tech/digital businesses in the West of England region.

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TechnologyStartup Support
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Scottish Enterprise

Capital grant

The Capital grant provides discretionary grant support for capital expenditure projects that align with Scotland's economic transformation priorities, offering up to 40% of eligible costs for small enterprises (minimum £250,000) and lower percentages for larger firms.

Minimum £250,000; up to 40% of eligible costs for small enterprises, up to 30% for medium enterprises, up to 20% for large enterprises.ScotlandRolling
All Sectors
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Scottish Enterprise

Research and development grants

The R&D grant provides financial support for companies developing new products, processes or services, covering a portion of eligible project costs.

Minimum grant considered is £250,000ScotlandRolling
All Sectors
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Invest Northern Ireland

Knowledge Transfer Partnership

A Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) is a subsidised three-way partnership between a business, a high‑calibre graduate and an academic institution, providing a cost‑effective way for businesses to attract fresh talent and access university expertise to drive strategic innovation and growth.

VariesNorthern IrelandRolling
All SectorsInnovation & R&D
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Leadership for Growth

The Leadership for Growth programme is designed to develop the capabilities of aspiring managers and leaders within scale‑up potential SMEs across Liverpool City Region.

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All SectorsSkills & Training
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AD:VENTURE

Provides free business development support and guidance.

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All SectorsBusiness Support
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Access to finance - Greater Manchester and Lancashire

Access to finance is a scheme for businesses who need help raising finance for growth.

VariesNorth WestRolling
All SectorsBusiness Support
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Growth Platform

I2F2 Inward Investment Facilitation Fund

The Inward Investment Facilitation Fund (I2F2) provides grant funding for projects new to the Liverpool city region (LCR) aimed at increasing employment and productivity in the LCR.

VariesNorth WestRolling
All SectorsFinance & Investment

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about UK technology grants