News Archive
All news and updates from Grant Capture.
UKRI’s forward look: why October planning starts now
UKRI’s September forward look lists 81 planned opportunities to April 2027, with 28 expected to launch in October. Here is what teams should do now.
The Sovereign AI R&D Procurement Scheme
Up to £100 million is available for UK startups and SMEs developing novel AI capability for government. Here is what the procurement route requires, the key deadlines, and how to prepare.
The Funding Formula: Grants — A Successful First Workshop
Grant Capture and Walmer Group held their first joint workshop at Future Space Bristol on 30 June. A room full of founders and innovation-led businesses worked through what the shifting grant landscape means for applications in 2026.
Event: The Funding Formula — Grants (30 June, Bristol)
Grant Capture, Walmer Group and Future Space Bristol are hosting a free, practical session for founders and innovation-led SMEs on navigating grant funding in 2026. Join us on Tuesday 30 June at Future Space, Stoke Gifford.
New Briefing: The Grant Application is Not the Problem
Dr Debbie Marsden's expert briefing identifies the structural, fixable reasons why strong proposals fail to win funding. Download the free PDF from Grant Capture.
Grant Capture and Walmer Group Announce Strategic Partnership
Grant Capture has partnered with Walmer Group, one of the UK's leading R&D tax relief specialists, to ensure grant proposals are structured with R&D tax efficiency in mind from day one.
Dr Debbie Marsden All-In as Lead Consultant
Dr Debbie Marsden joins Grant Capture full-time as Lead Consultant. With over 15 years in research development and £75M+ in secured funding, she leads coaching, bid writing and programme management.
Professor John Terry Receives Business of Science Leadership Award
Professor John Terry FMedSci, co-founder of Grant Capture, has been honoured with the Business of Science Leadership Award (Trade and Public Sector) at the BoSC Leadership Awards 2026.