The economy has affected my small business to the point that it is struggling. Are there government assistance programmes for me?

Small businesses across the UK have been affected by the current economy. So, a wide amount of struggling small business owners seek grants and other assistance to aid them in weathering these turbulent times. The best first step would be to look for government grants or other assistance programmes specific to your company’s location, maybe even from the local government. While broader financial aid programmes can still apply, many local governments may offer tax breaks or other incentives, depending on your company’s functions and contributions to the local community and economy. In addition to the resources on our web site, our professionals are happy to assist you with any questions you may have. You can reach them by phone at 020 3880 8554 or via our web site’s request form.

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.

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