Barclays Eagle Labs has been making waves in the tech industry with its recent achievement of being awarded the £12 million Digital Growth Grant, funded by the UK Government. This significant grant is set to revolutionise the landscape for tech businesses across the UK, providing invaluable support and resources for start-ups and scaleups.

The Digital Growth Grant

Barclays Eagle Labs was awarded the £12 million Digital Growth Grant, funded by the UK Government to support tech businesses in all corners of the UK. Over two years, Barclays Eagle Labs will be utilising this grant to help boost the growth of UK tech start-ups and scaleups. The grant is designed to align with four key objectives set out by the Department for Science, Innovation, and Technology:

  1. Deliver support services to the digital sector: Barclays Eagle Labs aims to provide comprehensive support services tailored to the unique needs of the digital sector, ensuring that businesses have access to the resources necessary for their success.
  2. Grow regional support networks for tech start-ups and scaleups: With a focus on inclusivity and accessibility, Barclays Eagle Labs plans to expand regional support networks, fostering collaboration and innovation among tech start-ups and scaleups in various regions of the UK.
  3. Ensure founders and firms can access digital entrepreneurship and investment readiness training: Through the Digital Growth Grant, Barclays Eagle Labs will facilitate opportunities for founders and firms to access specialised training in digital entrepreneurship and investment readiness, equipping them with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in the competitive tech industry.
  4. Clearly signpost start-ups and scaleups to existing initiatives: To maximise the impact of the grant, Barclays Eagle Labs will play a crucial role in guiding start-ups and scaleups to existing initiatives, ensuring that they are aware of and can take full advantage of the support available to them.

Empowering UK Tech Businesses

The Digital Growth Grant represents a significant milestone in the efforts to empower and nurture the growth of tech businesses across the UK. By leveraging this grant, Barclays Eagle Labs aims to catalyse innovation, foster collaboration, and drive the success of tech start-ups and scaleups nationwide.

The impact of the Digital Growth Grant extends beyond financial support, as it underscores the commitment to building a robust ecosystem for tech entrepreneurship and innovation in the UK. Through targeted initiatives and strategic partnerships, Barclays Eagle Labs is poised to create a thriving environment where tech businesses can flourish and contribute to the advancement of the digital economy.

Looking Ahead

As Barclays Eagle Labs embarks on this transformative journey, the tech community eagerly anticipates the positive outcomes that will emerge from the implementation of the Digital Growth Grant. With a clear focus on supporting tech businesses, fostering regional networks, and promoting entrepreneurial education, Barclays Eagle Labs is well-positioned to drive meaningful change and elevate the UK’s tech ecosystem to new heights.

The Digital Growth Grant is a testament to the collective commitment to nurturing the growth and success of UK tech start-ups and scaleups. It represents an exciting opportunity for tech businesses to harness the resources and support needed to thrive in a dynamic and competitive market.

Barclays Eagle Labs’ dedication to utilising the Digital Growth Grant to create a supportive and empowering environment for tech businesses underscores their pivotal role in shaping the future of the UK’s digital economy.

The future is bright for UK tech businesses, and Barclays Eagle Labs stands at the forefront, ready to champion their growth and success.

If you are interested in  the Barclays Eagle Labs project, please contact a member of our team: https://digitallydisruptive.co.uk/contact-us/