What is the difference between British government start up small business loans and start up small business grants?

Start up business loans offered by the British government need to be repaid whereas British government small business grants do not need to be repaid, although other restrictive terms are attached to them, along with differences of eligibility. Grants may need to be spent on a more specific thing, such as advertising or equipment, while loans are allowed to be spent on more general purposes. If you need money to grow your small business, either option could help you depending on your specific situation. To learn more about the specific funding options available, please fill out the form on our web site or ring us up at, freephone, 020 3880 8554 to speak with a representative here at UKStartups.org.

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