Grant Funding

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Innovation Incentives - Grant Funding:

Securing grant funding is no longer about completing forms or chasing competitions, it’s about understanding the policy intent behind each funding call, aligning that with a client’s strategic goals, and structuring applications that stand up to both technical and financial scrutiny.

At Westlock Partners, we help businesses identify, evaluate, and secure non-dilutive funding to support R&D, commercialisation, and capital investment projects. Our approach combines deep technical understanding with strategic advisory, ensuring that each application is not just eligible, but competitive, defensible, and aligned with the company’s long-term funding roadmap.

Aligning Innovation, Policy and Funding

Grant funding sits within a complex ecosystem of national and regional programmes, from Innovate UK Smart Grants and Net Zero Innovation Portfolios, to Horizon Europe, UKRI Challenge Funds, and sector-specific competitions across manufacturing, digital, energy, and life sciences.

Navigating this landscape requires more than eligibility checks, it demands a nuanced understanding of:

  • Funding priorities and assessment criteria for each scheme;

  • Consortium and collaboration structures;

  • Match-funding ratios and state aid intensity thresholds under the Subsidy Control Act 2022;

  • Project cost breakdowns aligned to allowable cost categories;

  • Interplay between grant funding and R&D tax relief to avoid double-claim issues.

Every engagement is partner-led, ensuring that each submission reflects not only compliance but strategic coherence across the company’s innovation and financial objectives.

Why choose Westlock Partners?

    • Our team of grant advisors has extensive experience in a wide range of industries and sectors, enabling us to provide tailored advice and strategies that maximise your chances of success.

  • We understand that every business is unique, and we take the time to understand your specific needs and goals to deliver a tailored solution that aligns with your strategic objectives.

  • From initial grant identification to final project reporting, we provide end-to-end support throughout the entire grant application process, ensuring a smooth and efficient experience for your business.

  • Our track record of successful grant applications speaks for itself. We have helped numerous clients secure substantial funding for their projects, enabling them to achieve their growth and innovation goals.

With Westlock Partners by your side, you can confidently pursue grant funding opportunities that drive your business forward. Contact us today to learn more about how our grant advisory and application support services can help you achieve your funding objectives.