What the Government's New £1 Million Tech Investment Means for Regional Firms
At Zyla Accountants, we work hand in hand with fast-growing tech firms, helping them scale sustainably and seize opportunities when they arise.
So when the government launches a programme designed to supercharge innovation beyond the M25, we sit up and take notice.
This month, the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) announced a £1 million investment in a bold new initiative: the Regional Tech Booster programme.
The goal? To empower tech entrepreneurs outside London with the tools, funding and mentoring they need to thrive. Target regions include Scotland, the North East, Humber and East, and South Yorkshire – areas already rich with potential but too often overlooked.
As specialists in tech growth and scale-up strategy, we know that innovation isn’t confined to postcodes in the capital. Some of the most exciting founders we’ve worked with are based in regional cities and towns.
They have the drive, ideas and capability – but what they often lack is access: to capital, to networks, to experienced mentors and specialist advisors.
That’s what makes this new government move so timely.
A Practical Boost for Startups on the Rise
The Regional Tech Booster programme is far more than a cash injection. It offers practical, high-impact support:
Mentoring for early-stage founders
Investment-readiness workshops
Regional best-practice sharing and community building
Direct access to funding opportunities
The plan is to strengthen local tech ecosystems and build long-term sustainability, not just spark short-lived surges.
Katie Gallagher, chair of the UK Tech Cluster Group (UKTCG), summed it up: this is about “creating a practical playbook for building strong, sustainable regional tech economies”. UKTCG will lead the delivery, working in close partnership with industry, academia and local leadership.
Opportunity for Ambitious Regional Founders
At Zyla, we believe this is a real turning point. For too long, regional founders have had to work harder to get noticed. This programme changes the narrative and creates new chances for growing firms to access capital, sharpen their skills, and join a broader national conversation.
For the firms we support, this is a chance to tap into new resources and gain visibility at just the right time. If your business is building something ambitious – whether in AI, fintech, green tech or beyond – this is your moment.
We’ll be watching closely for updates on how regional clusters can apply. In the meantime, we’re here to help tech firms prepare, whether that means fine-tuning your pitch deck, ensuring financials are investor-ready, or planning the next phase of growth.
Zyla Accountants: Helping Regional Tech Scale Boldly
As your growth partner, we understand the journey from founder-led startup to scaled tech player. This new government initiative adds fuel to that journey – and we’re here to make sure you make the most of it.
Let’s put regional innovation on the map, together.
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