UK Sector Grants

Creative Industries Business Grants

The UK's creative industries are supported by a range of grant programmes from Arts Council England, Screen industries, and regional creative economy initiatives. These support everything from individual artists to major production companies.

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Innovation, growth & development funding

Screen Industries

Film, TV, and games production benefit from dedicated funding including BFI support, Screen Scotland, and Creative Wales. Tax reliefs complement grant funding for production projects.

Arts Council Support

Arts Council England, Creative Scotland, and Arts Council of Wales provide funding for arts organisations, cultural projects, and creative businesses across the UK.

Creative Enterprise

Regional creative industry programmes support design agencies, music businesses, publishing, and advertising companies with growth and innovation funding.

UK Creative & Heritage Grants

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Invest Northern Ireland

Net zero and the green economy

Support for businesses to transition to a net zero economy

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Invest NI

Clustering and collaboration

The Cluster Acceleration Programme offers financial support to help businesses work together. By collaborating, you can identify new opportunities and strengthen your competitive edge. Learn more about how the Cluster Acceleration Programme can help your business grow.

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Invest NI

Protect your intellectual property

This support service from Invest Northern Ireland provides specialist advisory and financial assistance to help businesses identify, manage, and legally secure their intellectual property (IP).

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Invest NI

Digitalisation solutions

This support service from Invest Northern Ireland focuses on Digitalisation Solutions, helping export-focused businesses adopt advanced technologies to improve efficiency and data management. The program provides expert advisory services and financial assistance to help companies implement robust Management Information Systems (MIS), such as ERP, CRM, and e-commerce platforms.

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Invest NI

Support for start-ups

This support service from Invest Northern Ireland focuses on Support for Start-ups, acting as a central hub for entrepreneurs and social enterprises looking to launch or grow a new business within the region. The program bridges the gap between a raw idea and a functional company by connecting founders with expert advice, structured e-learning, and regional support networks.

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Scottish Enterprise

Capital grant

A capital investment grant for businesses in Scotland to boost innovation, productivity, and the energy transition.

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Central Bedfordshire Council

Central Bedfordshire Council Start-up Support Programme

A programme offering grants, free 1-2-1 business advice and skills training to anyone thinking of starting a business in Central Bedfordshire

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Department for Business and Trade

Business advice, training and support services - North Somerset

Information, advice, training and support for businesses based in North Somerset

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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.

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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.

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Cool Ventures

Cool Ventures - Support

Cool Ventures operates in Bath & North East Somerset (BANES) and South Gloucestershire, providing online workshops and support for businesses.

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Coventry City Council

Business Energy Advice Service programme (Coventry)

The Business Energy Advice Service programme provides advice and support to businesses in Coventry to help them reduce their energy consumption and costs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about UK creative & heritage grants