Are free U Kingdom government grants preferable to small business loan programmes?

There are U Kingdom government grants and loan programmes for small business use available. However, government grants are preferred because you do not need to pay them back, although they are not free. On the other hand, government loans must be repaid and usually have interest attached. If you need a grant, you may find one that is the best for you, that you meet the terms for, and may be spent on what you need. This is then the best grant for you. For others, the best grant will be something else. For those pressed for time, or with a need for funds that can be spent more generally, a loan may be best. Give UKStartups.org a ring at 020 3880 8554 or contact us through our website form. Doing so may get you more information about government small business loan programmes and grants offered within the U Kingdom, and this will free up your time from doing research.

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