In October 2015 the Government announced it was pulling the plug on the Super Connected Cities voucher scheme. HBT Communications takes a look at other funding opportunities available to Coventry and Warwickshire businesses.

Super Connected Cities was launched at the end of December 2013, and it granted businesses up to £3000 of free funding to upgrade their internet connection to super-fast. Connection vouchers were applied for through Coventry City Council and only businesses with an eligible postcode could apply. The scheme was slow to take off, but momentum built and by the time the scheme finished we calculated HBT had secured nearly £322,000 in voucher funding for our clients.

If you missed out on Connection Vouchers or found you weren’t eligible, there are new funding opportunities for you to explore.

Free Installation

A number of network providers have put their own funding in place to soften the blow of the removal of the connection vouchers. One of our solution partners, Gamma, who provide telephone and broadband connections, is offering businesses free installation up to the value of £2,800. The advantage of the Gamma scheme is that unlike the Government scheme, its funding is not location specific.

Access to Finance

HBT works closely with Coventry and Warwickshire Growth Hub who are able to assist growing and developing businesses with access to finance schemes delivered by alternative sources, including that of the private sector. This funding can be used to invest in new technology and staff development, with the sole aim to create business growth.

HBT Communications is able to provide expert, impartial advice about the best funding opportunities available for your business, working with you as you invest in your IT and telecommunications solutions to future-proof your business and give yourself an edge over your competitors.

To discover what funding is available for your business, call us today on 02476 867 422 or register your interest by visiting www.hbtcommunications.com/funding