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£10,000 Grants Available for Entrepreneurs Aged 40 and Over (UK)
Simply Business has launched the Second Act Entrepreneur Fund, offering five £10,000 grants to help people aged 40 and over start or grow a business.
Simply Business is a UK business insurance provider supporting small businesses and self-employed people.
The £50,000 fund is open to UK residents aged 40 or over with either an existing business or a viable business idea. Applicants must explain how they would use the funding and demonstrate demand, financial viability and clear ambitions for growth.
Key points:
- Five grants of £10,000 are available.
- Applicants must be UK residents aged 40+.
- Both start-ups and existing businesses can apply.
- Winners must complete business coaching with Hatch Enterprise.
Applications are made online. Winners will be selected by early December and will receive one-to-one coaching before the grant is paid.
The application closing date is 11.59pm on 12 November 2026.
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13th October 2026