Reorganisation after Brexit

R&D: Tax and cash incentives available nationally

Established R&D and patent tax regime in place supporting R&D activity and capital expenditure associated with R&D. Cash Grants tend to be targeted to specific objectives and are usually competitive – in response to specific calls for competition. Depending on the sector and activity – cash grants could be upto 50% for large companies.

Jobs creation & CAPEX: Limited tax and cash incentives available to parts of the UK

Pockets of funding available to parts of the UK through devolved authorities. New investment zones with tax zones are in the process of being set up which will offer a range of tax incentives. Northern Ireland still has access to Regional Aid (maximum aid intensity of 15% for large companies) and the region is still subject to EU state aid rules.

Training: Limited subsidies and cash incentives available nationally

Apprenticeships and other training support available nationally. Cash grants are limited.

Green and other: Limited tax and cash incentives available nationally

Support in this area has predominantly been in the form of tax incentives or subsidies for end users. The UK government have also announced funding to reduce the nations dependence on gas – including supporting new nuclear schemes.