UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) - 2025/26

Open call 2: UKSPF Supporting local business in Export, High Growth and business workshop 2025/2026 - now open

We are pleased to announce that this call is now open for applications! This funding opportunity is available for business and enterprise support providers interested in delivering EMCCA's Supporting Local Business programme across the EMCCA Region.

This funding opportunity aims to support businesses to Export, in High Growth, Business Workshops, and provide tailored support to drive local economic growth as part of the Supporting Local Business funding extension for 2025/2026.

How to apply

To submit your application:

  • Complete all required application documents.
  • Send your submission by email to ukspf@nottscc.govuk by 11.59pm on Monday 21st April 2025. Late submissions will not be accepted.
  • Please ensure all required information is included for assessment.

For any queries, please check the FAQ section in the first instance as your question may have already been answered.

Application documents

Key dates

  • Open call published: Friday 4 April 2025
  • Application deadline: Monday 21 April 2025
  • Grant agreements issued: Wednesday 30 April 2025
  • Project delivery starts: Tuesday 1 May 2025
  • Project delivery ends: Tuesday 31 March 2026

For any queries, please contact us at ukspf@nottscc.gov.uk. We look forward to receiving your applications.

FAQ

See frequently asked questions about Open Call 2.

Open call 2: technical workshop - now closed

UKSPF Supporting local business in Export, High Growth and Workshops across EMCCA Regions 2025/2026

On behalf of the East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA) and in collaboration with Derby City Council, Derbyshire County Council, and Nottingham City Council, we invite your organisation to attend a virtual technical workshop on the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) Open Call 2.

This funding opportunity aims to support in business Export, High Growth and Workshops, and provide tailored support to drive local economic growth as part of the Supporting Local Business funding extension for 2025/2026.

This session will outline the funding objectives, eligibility criteria, and application process - giving potential bidders a chance to ask questions and gain insight into the programme's expected outcomes.

If your organisation is interested in supporting established businesses and contributing to economic growth across the EMCCA regions, we encourage you to attend.

Event details

  • Date: Friday 4 April 2025
  • Time: 9.30am
  • Location: Online via Teams.
  • Workshop link: This workshop has now ended. However, you can access the presentation slides [PDF] if you were not able to attend

For more information or any enquiries, please email: ukspf@nottscc.gov.uk

Open call 1: technical workshop - now closed

UKSPF Supporting business start-up project for Nottingham and Nottinghamshire 2025/2026

Nottinghamshire County Council, on behalf of the East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA) and in collaboration with Nottingham City Council, invites your organisation to attend a virtual technical workshop on the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) Open Call 1. This funding opportunity aims to support business start-ups, foster entrepreneurship, and provide tailored support to drive local economic growth as part of the “Supporting Local Business” funding extension for 2025/2026.

This session will outline the funding objectives, eligibility criteria, and application process, giving potential bidders a chance to ask questions and gain insight into the programme’s expected outcomes.

If your organisation is interested in supporting business start-ups and and contributing to economic growth across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire, we encourage you to attend.

Event details

  • Date: Friday 7 March 2025
  • Time: 11am
  • Location: Online via Teams. 
  • Workshop link: This workshop has now ended. However, you can access the presentation slides [PDF] if you were not able to attend.

Open call 1: supporting business start-up in N2 - now closed

We are pleased to announce that Open call 1: supporting business start-up in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire is now open for applications! This funding opportunity is available for business and enterprise support providers interested in delivering EMCCA's Supporting Local Business programme across D2N2.

How to apply

To submit your application:

  • Complete all required application documents.
  • Send your submission by email to ukspf@nottscc.govuk by 11.59pm on Sunday 23 March 2025. Late submissions will not be accepted.
  • Please ensure all required information is included for assessment.

For any queries, please check the FAQ section in the first instance as your question may have already been answered.

Key dates

  • Open call published: Friday 7 March 2025
  • Application deadline: Sunday 23 March 2025
  • Grant agreements issued: Monday 31 March 2025
  • Project delivery starts: Tuesday 1 April 2025
  • Project delivery ends: Tuesday 31 March 2026

For any queries, please contact us at ukspf@nottscc.gov.uk. We look forward to receiving your applications.

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