What does the UK Government offer in terms of business start up funding?

The UK Government may have many possibilities for business start up funding in the form of grants and loans. The government recognizes the important role that small businesses play in the local economy and seeks to provide financial assistance when funds are available.

Grants may be offered which do not have to be repaid whereas loans will need to be repaid, often with interest. Funds may be used for a number of business expenses including equipment purchases, marketing, training, product research and development, etc.

Funding opportunities vary in terms and conditions. You can search for available funding for your business start up using the Startup Assessment Tool . or you can call us at 020 3880 8554, toll free.

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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