Where can I turn for government assistance in starting a business?

There are two places to which you may turn for government assistance in starting your small business project. First, you may apply for a free grant or low-interest loan from the British government. Second, you may apply for a grant or loan from your local regional government. UKStartups.org is an outstanding reference for anyone seeking government funding. The information in their database has helped many people and organisation get the funding that they needed, and it may be able to help you, as well. UKStartups.org has an online quick request form or phone number you can call, 020 3880 8554, for more information.

There are hundreds of government funding schemes available for small business owners in the UK. In fact, our Funding Database currently has over 600 government funding schemes and over 500 private investors available for small business owners and startup entrepreneurs. What are you doing to take advantage of this? Become a member and start your search.

Take advantage of the Small Business Startup Assessment Tool below and see the tools and resources you need to succeed at starting your small business. It just takes 30 seconds and will also tell you if there may be any funding assistance available.

Be sure to look at the hundreds of daily questions and answers we have from entrepreneurs like you who want to learn more about starting a business, creating a business plan, searching for funding. Our small business experts take the time to answer each and every single question, so if you have something on your mind – we can help!

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