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A major funding boost of up to £30 million has been announced to support innovation-led growth across London.
The Local Innovation Partnerships Fund supports clusters that bring together researchers, businesses and civic partners to turn near to market innovation into commercial products and services.
Delivered by the Greater London Authority in partnership with UK Research and Innovation, the fund will focus on sectors and technologies highlighted in the London Growth Plan and the National Industrial Strategy, including:
- Advanced manufacturing, with areas such as:
- Climate Tech/Green Innovation
- Clean Energy
- Defence
- Digital and Technologies, with areas such as:
- Advanced Connectivity Technologies
- Artificial Intelligence
- Engineering Biology
- Quantum Technology
- Semiconductors
- Health and Life Sciences
The funding aims to boost productivity, attract investment, and create new skilled jobs.
Bids must be for a minimum of £2 million and require matched funding.
Expressions of interest open on the 8th December 2025 and close on the 14th January 2026.
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