Herefordshire Council

Herefordshire Defence and Security Research and Development Grant

About this grant

[DEDUPE 2026-10-20 -> 6a4788ec9b4ecf156cda5530] A funding scheme supporting Herefordshire-based businesses working in, or developing ideas for, the defence and security sector. The grant provides financial support for research and product development activities including feasibility studies, prototyping, testing, and specialist technical support. Funded through business rates from Herefordshire's Enterprise Zone, it aims to help local businesses develop new products and services, access new markets, and create high-skilled jobs in the defence, security, cyber security, communications, engineering and advanced technologies sectors.