Funding and Financial Support
Apply for a government-backed Start Up loan
Apply for a government-backed Start Up loan of £500 to £25,000 to start or grow your business.
Accessing the right finance
Check what financial support might be available for your business, through equity, grants or loans.
AI Solutions to improve productivity in key sectors
UK registered organisations can apply for a share of up to £32 million for innovation projects that can improve productivity in key sectors through the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI). This funding is from the Technologies Mission Fund.
Find Angel investor networks and investment advice
Contact the UK Business Angels Association (UKBAA) to find the right investment support, education and training.
Find Levelling Up funding projects near you
Find projects in your area and see how your business could benefit from investment.
Funding for research and innovation
Search current funding opportunities for research and innovation from across UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), research councils and Innovate UK.
Explore finance needs for your business through the British Business Bank (BBA)
The British Business Bank (BBA) is a government-owned business development bank dedicated to making finance markets work better for smaller businesses, whether you’re looking for finance to start a business, grow to the next level, or stay ahead of the competition. Their Making business finance work for you guide is designed to help you make an informed choice about accessing the right type of finance for your business.
“Having the support from Start Up Loans, as a government-backed programme, gave me the confidence to believe in myself and fully make the move to become my own boss.”
Advice
Get advice on payment issues and disputes
The Small Business Commissioner may be able to help you resolve disputes around unfair payment practices and provides advice, including on how to take action if a payment is overdue.
Find out about the Energy Bill Relief Scheme
Get free Government advice on actions your business can take to improve energy efficiency, and links to funding for energy efficiency and further advice.
Get help with energy costs
Get free Government advice on actions your business can take to improve energy efficiency, and links to funding for energy efficiency and further advice.
Get help with tax
You can get help if you don’t understand something about your business tax.