The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) has launched a Community Contract funding initiative aimed at enhancing product safety awareness and action within communities. The initiative seeks to empower consumers and promote safety-related education.
Product safety is a cornerstone of community wellbeing, and initiatives like the Community Contract funding help practitioners and community leaders take proactive steps to mitigate risks. From empowering individuals with the knowledge to make safer choices to addressing specific vulnerabilities, these projects are pivotal in fostering safer environments for all.
Key Information
This initiative aims to ensure that consumers are better informed about risks associated with product safety and are equipped to protect themselves and others. The opportunity is open to all, with no restrictions on who can apply for funding.
The funding scheme highlights two distinct product safety opportunities:
- Second-hand goods: Supporting initiatives that address safety concerns when buying or selling second-hand items.
- Disabled consumers: Promoting targeted product safety education and activities to meet the unique needs of disabled individuals.
Funding Details
- Funding amount: Projects under £10,000 (excluding VAT)
- Application deadline: Monday 7 July
- Project delivery timeline: August 2025 – January 2026
The OPSS is keen to support community-led activities that drive sustainable change in these focus areas. Whether it’s workshops, campaigns, or other creative approaches, this funding provides a valuable opportunity to make a measurable difference in product safety.
The OPSS will fund projects where products fall within their remit. Please note they cannot fund bids about food, chemicals, medical products or vehicles.
For more information and to apply please visit the gov.uk webpage.
