SEMLEP ‘s current rolling programme of ERDF calls will close on 31 October 2017; there are still funds left to be committed and would like to invite potential applicants to a an ERDF information event on 20 July 2017 at SEMLEP in Cranfield, followed by surgeries in the afternoon. Colleagues from CLG will be presenting at the workshop as well as being available for the afternoon surgeries.
The four calls currently open are:
Priority Axis 1: Promoting Research and Innovation_ total call value £3.7m. For further information please visit Research and Innovation ESIF call for proposals - GOV.UK
Priority Axis 3: Enhancing the Competitiveness of SMEs_ total call value £4.4m. For further information please visit SME Support ESIF call for proposals - GOV.UK
Priority Axis 4: Supporting the shift towards a low carbon economy in all sectors_ total call value £4.5m. For further information please visit Low Carbon ESIF call for proposals - GOV.UK
Priority Axis 6: Preserving and Protecting the Environment and Promoting Resource Efficiency_£1.6m. For further information please visit Environment and Resource Efficiency ESIF call for proposals - GOV.UK
Rolling calls will be assessed in batches at fixed review points : 30 July and 31 October. Please note that CLG reserves the right to put good quality applications on a reserve list should the calls be oversubscribed.
ERDF requires 50% match funding, which can be public or private funds. Minimum application size for applications will be £500,000 plus match funding. The full specification will contain information and links to the requirements and eligibility of the ERDF programme.
Places are limited, to avoid disappointment please reserve your place at the event now via this Event Pilot page and/or to book a surgery just e-mail Lucinda.Young@semlep.com or call her on 01234 436100. Lunch and refreshments will be provided.
Access and Dietary Requirements: Please let us know if you have any access or dietary requirements in advance. Directions for the venue at the Cranfield Innovation Centre can be found at http://www.cranfieldtechnologypark.co.uk/location/ Free parking is available. On arrival please sign in at the main reception area and a member of the SEMLEP team will collect you and take you to the meeting room.
For the latest information about SEMLEP ESIF Programme please visit www.semlep.com/esif and www.gov.uk/guidance/england-2014-to-2020-european-structural-and-investment-funds.
ERDF Programme Information Event
20 July 2017, 10:00 - 13.00
SEMLEP, Room 14, Cranfield Innovation Centre
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Description
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Led By
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Timing
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1.
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Coffee on arrival and Registration
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10:00-10:15
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2.
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Welcome and Introduction
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Sandra Turner, ESIF Manager, SEMLEP
Jane Roemer, VCS Lead and ESIF Consultant, SEMLEP
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10.15-10.20
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3.
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ERDF Programme Updates
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10.20-10.30
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4.
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SEMLEP ERDF Programme Overview
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10.30-10:45
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5.
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Current calls:
- PA 1 Promoting Research and Innovation;
- PA 3 Enhancing the Competitiveness of SMEs
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10:45-11:15
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6.
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Q&A Session
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11:15-11:30
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Coffee break 11:30-11:45
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7.
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Presentation by Thomas Blackmore, ERDF Manager (CLG)
- PA 4 Promoting a Low Carbon Economy in all Sectors
- PA 6 Preserving and Protecting the Environment & Promoting Resource Efficiency
Q&A
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Thomas Blackmore, ERDF Manager (CLG)
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11.45-12:45
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8.
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Application Process
Further sources of information
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12.45-13:00
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Lunch and event close 13:00
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9.
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Surgeries (optional)
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13:00-14:00
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