Business Growth Fund
North East CA, delivered by UMi (UKSPF) · Grant
£20,000–£300,000 discretionary grants (per Invest North East England)
Gateshead, Newcastle, North Tyneside, Northumberland, Sunderland · Checked
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Life Sciences Innovative Manufacturing Fund (LSIMF)
Life Sciences Innovative Manufacturing Fund (LSIMF) is a capital grant from Office for Life Sciences. Amount: Up to £520m fund. Intervention rate up to 25%.
- Amount
- Up to £520m fund. Intervention rate up to 25%
- Who it's for
- Companies investing in manufacturing human medicines or medtech (including diagnostics) in the UK.
- Deadline / status
- Open: Round 9 EOIs close 13 November 2026, 12pm
- Areas
- UK-wide (open to North East firms)
- Categories
- Capital & equipment, Digital & manufacturing
- Official source
- https://find-lb.find-a-grant-support.service.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/grants/life-sciences-innovative-manufacturing-fund-lsimf-1
- Last checked
Sourced North East is not the funder. Details can change, so confirm eligibility and deadlines on the official page before applying or spending money.
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FAQ
How much can I get from Life Sciences Innovative Manufacturing Fund (LSIMF)?
Up to £520m fund. Intervention rate up to 25%
Who is eligible for Life Sciences Innovative Manufacturing Fund (LSIMF)?
Companies investing in manufacturing human medicines or medtech (including diagnostics) in the UK.
What is the deadline for Life Sciences Innovative Manufacturing Fund (LSIMF)?
Open. Round 9 EOIs close 13 November 2026, 12pm. Last checked 15 Oct 2026; always confirm on the official page: https://find-lb.find-a-grant-support.service.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/grants/life-sciences-innovative-manufacturing-fund-lsimf-1
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