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The interesting evolution of cloud computing

The shift to cloud computing has been one of the most significant tech trends in recent times. Whilst running and owning your own comms room used to be the norm, the amount of businesses running software on conventional, on-premise servers is roughly half of what it was in 2019. Cloud computing on the other hand […]

To cloud or not to cloud – that’s not really the question!

Earlier this year, I wrote about the cloud diaspora, the idea that companies are moving their IT out of the cloud to save money. As I said then, the story is more complex than it first seems. Some people might be forgiven for being surprised that this is an issue at all. For ten years, […]

One Size Does Not Fit All

As an industry it’s been quite a journey when it comes to cloud computing. What started as a safe environment for testing and development quickly morphed into infrastructure as a service. Economic drivers then saw everything shift to the cloud, but many companies and research organisations discovered not every application is well suited to that […]

The true story of the cloud diaspora

In 2021, there was a lot of talk about moving workloads out of the cloud. Call it “cloud repatriation” or the “cloud diaspora”, the central idea is that enterprises are getting disillusioned with the cloud, and large players are moving their workloads back out of it. The story goes that paying per use for resources […]

Economics will convince AI Startups to choose co-located infrastructure

The cloud is a great consumption model for many use cases, and is particularly useful for AI Startups with limited capital budgets – primarily those who want to spend their money on research and development that leads to a product. In many respects, the cloud certainly has proven to be a great way for the […]

DGX-Ready – But, what does that actually mean?

It’s been a busy few months for the team here at Kao Data. We’ve had several exciting announcements that not only showcase the best our data centre campus has to offer, but also the innovation and creativity that will provide a path forward for the research community here in the UK Innovation Corridor. In May, […]

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If your application is successful, Harlow Council will transfer the grant by BACS.  Bank details (account name, number and sort code) will need to be supplied with a summary of accounts. 

Funding conditions:  If your application is successful, your project must be delivered by 31 December 2026. You will have to return any grant funds if the project is not delivered or the organisation receiving the funding stops operating.

A contract agreement will need to be signed between your organisation and Harlow District Council before any funding is granted.

Monitoring and Evaluation: Grant recipients will be required to provide an end of project report to establish whether the project has met its aims and objectives, as well as to assess the overall impact on participants. Funding for the project is provided on the basis that the Project Evaluation form is returned within the agreed project timescale (no later than 31 January 2027).

Risks and Liabilities: In giving grants the ‘Harlow Council’ will require the supported project organisation or groups to accept all risks and liabilities associated with the activity being supported. This will be a condition of the grant.  Copies of relevant documents may need to be provided if the application has been approved.

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  1. Who can apply?
    The fund is open to not-for-profit community groups and grassroots initiatives based in Stockport.
     
  2. What types of projects are eligible?
    We encourage projects focused on environmental sustainability, community cohesion, and local economic development.
     
  3. How much funding is available?
    Grants range from £500 to £2,500 for pilot projects or to enhance existing initiatives.
     
  4. Is this the sole funding for this project?
    If not, please expand on the additional match funding that you currently have or are in the process of applying for.
     
  5. Are there any restrictions on grants under £500?
    Yes, please note that grants under £500 may be subject to different guidelines or restrictions, which will be communicated upon application.
     
  6. When will we know if our project was selected?
    Notifications will be sent by March 31, 2025.
     
  7. How can I apply for a grant?
    Applications can be submitted through our online portal, where you will find detailed guidelines and forms.
     
  8. What happens if my application is unsuccessful?
    If your application is not successful, we encourage you to seek feedback and consider reapplying in future funding rounds.
     
  9. When is the application deadline?
    Please check our website for the latest application deadlines and any upcoming funding rounds.