Innovation

8. Support for Innovation

8.1 For general information, contact:

• Your local Business Link (0845 600 9 006).
• The Department for Innovation, Universities and Skills website.
• The Enterprise Europe Network.
• Your own trade association or the relevant institute in the field.

8.2 For advice on new technologies, contact:

• The UK Intellectual Property Office Search and Advisory Service ( or 0845 950 0505).
• The European Commission's Innovation and SME Programme.

8.3 You may be able to attract grant finance.

• A range of funding is available under the Government Grant for Research and Development. Call 0845 600 9 006 or visit www.businesslink.gov.uk
• European Structural Funds money may also be available on a matched funding basis.