Finance and funding
This section is for smaller businesses getting started or wanting to scale or grow. You’ll learn how other businesses have used finance and be signposted to practical support.
In this section
How businesses deal with money matters

I used a start up loan to sell in new international markets
Learn how a Start Up Loan enabled a seaweed business to reach international markets and discover how this approach could benefit you.

We gained access to finance to continue expansion into Europe
Learn how the Export Development Guarantee by UK Export Finance helped DEA Aviation to access a finance for strategic growth.
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We improved our cashflow by getting advice on finance options
Thanks to the Made Smarter programme, Lusso were able to identify and overcome barriers to growth.
Help and advice
- Wherever you are in the UK, you can contact a team of experienced business advisors who assist you with starting, running or growing your business. Contact the Business Support Service and speak to someone over the phone or online.
- Find out how your local Growth Hub can help you with advice and support at any stage of your business journey.