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Q: How and where can I get information on government grants?

Nov 22 2007

Answered by: Philip Wilkinson Ask a question

You can go to the Business Link London website, www.bllondon.co.uk and search for Grants and Support Directory. This will allow you to search our database for potential sources of help and it contains grant and support schemes from central and local government as well as private organisations. It lists the grants and support available based on your location and your type of business.

There is also a website called www.j4b.co.uk, which gives comprehensive grant information for the UK & Ireland. It has over 4500 financial programs researched with daily updates.

Comments [4]

Comment by Frances Collinson

Monday 28th January 2008

I have a real problem with these so-called advice sites. Some of them charge a fee to access grant information. Some are free but the grants available are incredibly limiting and I can't find a single one which I'm eligible to apply for. I feel I'm doomed before I've even got my business idea off the ground...

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Comment by Paul Bartolo

Saturday 16th February 2008

I fully agree with the comment made by Frances Collinson on the Jan 28 08. What is the point in directing people who need financial help to sites which look very promising at first glance, but will not benefit you unless you pay them a fee. Right now I don't feel very optimistic about the chances of obtaining a grant after Frances Collinsons lack of success, but I will continue my search.

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Comment by Adam Wayland

Monday 18th February 2008

Finding a grant to start a business is notoriously difficult. The process is often a long and complicated one and sadly, there aren't as many grants as there are people who want to start up companies. Any sources information that you can that you can find, however, are going to increase your chances of finding one that you are eligible to apply for. Be aware that the criteria for qualifying businesses are often very specific and that grants may be limited to certain types of activity.

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Comment by Angie Hannam

Thursday 6th March 2008

I believe some local authorities have initiatives, particularly if the area is a development or re-generation area. It could be worth an 'ask' at your local council offices.

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