Funding is available for UK based providers of training relevant to the seafood sector.
The UK Seafood Fund: Skills and Training Scheme offers funding to improve training in the seafood industry, including the catching, processing and aquaculture sectors.
The scheme aims to:
- Attract new entrants and encourage people to stay in the industry.
- Fill skills and training gaps in the existing workforce.
- Improve employment opportunities in coastal communities.
- Improve health, social and environmental outcomes for coastal communities.
A second round of funding for skills and training has been launched with up to £8 million available to modernise training facilities and increase access to opportunities across the UK. Applicants can apply for a minimum of £50,000, and a maximum of £3 million.
Organisations that can provide training to people working in the UK seafood industry may apply, including public bodies (trust ports, local authority ports and public charities), small to medium-sized enterprises, fishermen’s associations, private trusts, foundations, social enterprises, trade associations, and officially recognised producer organisations.
Applications are open until 21 April 2023 (12:00 BST).
How To Apply
A second round of funding for skills and training has been launched with up to £8 million available to modernise training facilities and increase access to opportunities across the UK.
Applications are open until 21 April 2023 (12:00 BST).
For more details, interested parties should contact the Marine Management Organisation (MMO).
For more information, visit the UK Government website.