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The Kings Trust

The Kings Trust

If you’re aged 18 to 30 and have a business idea you’d like to explore, The King’s Trust offers a dedicated programme to help. . .
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Fisheries and Seafood Scheme Opens

The latest round of the Fisheries and Seafood Scheme (FaSS) in now open, supporting projects that strengthen England’s seafood sector and support economic growth. . .
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ICO Update: The Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 becomes law

The Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 (DUAA) received Royal Assent and became law on Thursday 19 June 2025. This new legislation updates key. . .
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GSW Marine and Maritime New Innovator Launchpad

GSW Marine and Maritime Launchpad Round 3 has launched with £2.3 million for projects between £25-£50K for projects that grow innovation activities in the. . .
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Argentinian-Inspired Asado Grill Company Scales Up

An Argentinian-inspired Asado Grill company based in Somerset has doubled in size, brought its manufacturing in-house and sold more than 1,000 products thanks to. . .
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Farming Equipment and Technology Fund

Up to £25,000 in farm equipment and technology grants opening in May Farmers across England will be able to apply for grants worth up. . .
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South West Investment Fund supports Exeter business driving innovation in 3D printing

Evolution AM Holdings, the parent company of Evo 3D and Rapid Fusion, has secured a £400,000 growth loan from British Business Bank’s South West Investment Fund via. . .
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Grants to help Mid Devon businesses go green

Mid Devon District Council’s 2025 Green Enterprise Grants have opened for small and medium sized businesses in Mid Devon. The scheme offers capital grants. . .
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Somerset family farming business wins King’s Award for International Trade

A family-owned farming business from Somerset has been honoured with a prestigious King’s Award for Enterprise for International Trade. Based in Exmoor National Park,. . .

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