The distribution of grants is an effective instrument for improving and steering economic, social and health outcomes in the UK.

Seven crucial steps for delivering successful grant management schemes.

Is online the future, and are high streets flourishing? Just as they have for centuries, bricks and mortar retailers are reinventing themselves – competing and complementing the online option, and even stealing a march on it.

Today’s consumers are experiencing a renewed appreciation of the value of retail, as well as the importance that shopping brings to their quality of life.

At first glance a grant may be viewed simply as money being given to those who deserve and need it. Yet grants are always so much more than this.

When Selfridges first opened its doors in 1909, it drew crowds by turning shopping into an adventure, using theatre and innovation. Bleriot’s monoplane was displayed there fresh from its maiden Channel crossing and John Logie Baird chose the store to first demonstrate television to the public.