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The new project is funded by the (UKSPF) 鈥� a central part of the Government鈥檚 levelling up agenda that seeks to provide a boost to local businesses that operate within the Central Bedfordshire area. The project builds on the success of the previous partnership, delivering business innovation and support.

As part of the plan, the University will implement business innovation and growth support initiatives across the Central Bedfordshire region, including a range of activities to help businesses receive innovation and technological support to improve their productivity, ranging from fully funded participation in short courses to personalised 1-2-1 consultancy sessions with subject experts, to capital grant funding or co-funding for short-term employees.

The University鈥檚 role in this partnership highlights its dedication to bridging the gap between academia and industry, facilitating vital impact in the local community. Together with , the University is set to contribute significantly to the economic landscape of the region, fostering innovation and sustainable growth.

Nathan March, Senior Business Partnerships Manager within the 亚色视频鈥檚 Research & Innovation Service, said: 鈥淭he 亚色视频 makes a significant social and economic contribution to the local and national economy, and is well placed to support business engagement, having attracted over 拢20 million in business regeneration funding over the past few years.

鈥淲e are committed to nurturing the innovative and economic growth of our region's business community by forming strategic partnerships to support the future of the region and deliver our shared ambition for economic growth and prosperity.鈥�

Cllr Mary Walsh, Central Bedfordshire Council鈥檚 Executive Member for Planning and Development, added: 鈥淏usinesses in Central Bedfordshire, including those in rural areas, have tremendous potential for growth. We鈥檙e in a key location nationally and are already an attractive area for start-ups, growing businesses, and established industry. This new support will give a further boost to the local economy, attracting inward investment and creating jobs for local people.鈥�

To find out more about the business support available through this programme via the University鈥檚 Research & Innovation Service, click here.