Free ticket and travel subsidy to 23rd EIG Conference at University of Hull 2024

The 23^rd EIG Conference is taking place at the University of Hull from 3rd - 6th September 2024.

The Geo-Resources Strategic Sector Strengthening project, which is a partnership between the Cornish Chamber of Mines and Minerals, Cornwall Mining Alliance, and the University of Exeter, is providing support to businesses to attend this event.

Successful applicants will receive a travel subsidy up to the value of £250, alongside the ‘Full Conference Package’ which includes access to the two days of lectures, Icebreaker Reception, Conference Dinner socials, plus 2 nights bed & breakfast on campus on the 3rd and 4th September.

We are looking for applications from companies based in Cornwall or the Isles of Scilly. Successful candidates will have also completed this Sector Needs Survey.

To apply for this funding, please complete this application form before 4pm Thursday 15^th August 2024.

This project has received £960k from the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. The UK Shared Prosperity Fund is a central pillar of the UK Government’s Levelling Up agenda and provides £2.6 billion of funding for local investment by March 2025. The Fund aims to improve pride in place and increase life chances across the UK by investing in communities and place, supporting local business, and people and skills. For more information, visit here.