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Glossary of Grant and Funding Terms
Last reviewed: April 2026
This glossary reduces ambiguity in drafting and internal reviews. Definitions are practical and should be cross-checked with live programme language where needed.
Common terms
| Term | Description |
|---|---|
| Co-funding | A model where the business bears part of the cost and support covers a portion of eligible expenditure. |
| Eligible cost | A cost category that may be supported, subject to pathway rules, timing, and evidence. |
| Claim | Reimbursement stage where approved and completed work is evidenced. |
| Clarification | Follow-up request seeking additional detail after submission. |
| Change request | Request to document and approve material changes in scope, budget, timeline, or delivery arrangement. |
| Pilot funding | Funding tied to deployment validation in a real use case or environment. |
| Venture debt | Repayable financing used for growth with debt obligations rather than subsidy support. |
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