Are government grants for Northern Ireland better than a loan?

Not all grants from the government are better than a loan, and Northern Ireland has both grants and loans from the government to choose from so that you can find the best option for your own situation regardless of whether or not the general consensus says that loans or grants are better in most cases. Each offer has its own advantages and disadvantages. Grants may be more competitive and time consuming to apply for than loans, but they do not require repayment. Loans may be more simple to apply for and have less restrictions on the funding usage, but they will need to be repaid in most cases. Choose an offer based on the eligibility requirements and other details to find the one that works best for your needs. Get advice by filling out the form on our website or by calling us at UKStartups.org, 020 3880 8554.

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