British Business Bank

A UK government-owned bank that improves access to finance for smaller businesses.

The British Business Bank supports startups and SMEs indirectly through programmes and co-investment with private funds (for example via the Enterprise Capital Funds and regional funds). It aims to make the UK finance ecosystem work better for early-stage companies.

Examples

A VC fund deploys capital backed by the British Business Bank. — A startup benefits from a government-backed loan scheme.

How it relates to The Startup Foundry

The Foundry helps you navigate a fragmented funding ecosystem, connecting you to relevant capital sources and its own fund.

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