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Business support
Britain has no single “start-up grant” — it has 129 separate schemes: grants, loans and equity. A grant is not repaid, a loan is, and a third of the schemes are tied to one county or town.
What support you qualify for
- Grant · amount on GOV.UK
Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI) Non-CO2 Programme
Trading 1–2 years, Established · the whole UKFunding for research and technology development to maintain and grow the UK’s competitive positions in civil aerospace. - Grant · amount on GOV.UK
Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI) SME Programme
Trading 1–2 years, Established · the whole UKOffers funding for civil aerospace research and technology development in the UK. - Grant · amount on GOV.UK
Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI) Strategic Programme
Trading 1–2 years, Established · the whole UKFunding for research and technology development to maintain and grow the UK’s competitive positions in civil aerospace. - Grant · amount on GOV.UK
Better Business Finance - UK
The scheme site does not openEstablished · the whole UKFree, quick and easy access to a directory of approved finance suppliers for UK businesses. - Grant · amount on GOV.UK
BIC Innovation Grant Sunderland
Trading 1–2 years, Established · North EastOffers grants of 40% contribution towards innovative projects valued between £5,000 and £25,000. - Grant · amount on GOV.UK
Brum Breathes Financial Incentives
Open for applicationsTrading 1–2 years, Established · West MidlandsFinancial incentives, designed to offer support to businesses who conduct commercial operations in Birmingham, towards replacing their Light Goods Vehicle and Heavy Duty Vehicle to meet required emission stand… - Grant · amount on GOV.UK
Business advice and training - East of England and London
Not yet trading, Trading 1–2 years · Eastern, LondonAdvice, workshops and loans for those looking to start a business and businesses trading less than 2 years in Norfolk, Suffolk and London. - Grant · amount on GOV.UK
Business Boost Grants - Elmbridge
Trading 1–2 years, Established · South EastGrants for projects that help the Elmbridge economy. - Grant · amount on GOV.UK
Business loans, grants and funding - Scotland
ScotlandFinder to help businesses based in Scotland find funding from private and public organisations. - Grant · amount on GOV.UK
Business Productivity Grant South Yorkshire
The scheme site does not openEstablished · Yorkshire and the HumberThe project aims to support small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) in South Yorkshire to improve productivity and drive digital innovation through the provision of capital or revenue grants. - Grant · amount on GOV.UK
Central Bedfordshire Council Start-up Support Programme
Not yet trading, Trading 1–2 years · EasternA programme offering grants, free 1-2-1 business advice and skills training to anyone thinking of starting a business in Central Bedfordshire - Grant · amount on GOV.UK
DRIVE35 Funding Programme
The scheme site does not openthe whole UK · Manufacturing, Science and technologyCapital and R&D funding for the UK automotive industry in the design, development and manufacturing of zero-emission vehicles and their supply chain. - Grant · amount on GOV.UK
Duplex Investment Fund
Established · West MidlandsCombined grants and loans towards capital purchases for your business. - Grant · amount on GOV.UK
Elmbridge Start Up Boost Fund
Not yet trading · South EastThe Elmbridge start-up boost helps start-ups with one off costs such as one-off marketing, purchasing of equipment or anything that would help a business to start operating in Elmbridge. - Grant · amount on GOV.UK
Enterprise Grant Scheme - Bassetlaw
Not yet trading, Trading 1–2 years · East MidlandsPotential grant for people looking to start a new business or businesses in their first 3 years of trading in Bassetlaw. - Grant · amount on GOV.UK
Financial and Funded Support – Nottingham Trent University
The scheme site does not openEast MidlandsA range of support for businesses in Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire - Grant · amount on GOV.UK
Forest of Dean District Council Business Start Up Grant
Closes 19.11.2026Trading 1–2 years · South WestFunding to be used towards a variety of business start up activates including: research and development, installing clean technologies, premises, equipment and product/service launch. - Grant · amount on GOV.UK
Funding and advice for space services - UK
Established · the whole UKFunding, technical and business expertise, networks and partnerships for businesses who are looking to develop a space-based service. - Grant · amount on GOV.UK
Gigabit Broadband Voucher Scheme (GBVS) - UK
The scheme site does not openTrading 1–2 years, Established · the whole UKGrant contribution to pay towards upgrading business broadband to a high-speed capable connection. - Grant · amount on GOV.UK
Great Ideas – York and North Yorkshire
Trading 1–2 years, Established · Yorkshire and the HumberA fully funded innovation support programme, with access to innovation grants of up to £60,000. - Grant · amount on GOV.UK
Heart Of Bucks Grants
The scheme site does not openSouth EastA range of grant funds are available from £300 - £5,000 for not-for-profit community charities and voluntary groups in Buckinghamshire. - Grant · amount on GOV.UK
Heritage Enterprise (HE) - UK
the whole UKFunding to help restore neglected historic buildings and sites and unlock their economic potential. - Grant · amount on GOV.UK
Horizon Europe funding
Open for applicationsthe whole UKFunding for research or innovation that's ground breaking, improves European research standards or responds to challenges like climate change or food security. - Grant · amount on GOV.UK
Innovate UK - grant funding, innovation loans and expert support
Trading 1–2 years, Established · the whole UKSupports innovative UK businesses to realise the potential of new technologies, develop ideas and make them a commercial success. - Grant · amount on GOV.UK
Innovate UK Business Growth
Trading 1–2 years, Established · regions: 9Expert advice for businesses looking to commercialise new ideas and succeed in international markets - Grant · amount on GOV.UK
Invest in - Nottingham
East MidlandsSupport for businesses looking to relocate or expand in the Nottingham and Nottinghamshire area. - Grant · amount on GOV.UK
Invest to Grow
Trading 1–2 years, Established · East MidlandsLoans and grants to support private sector businesses across the East Midlands to innovate, grow and create jobs. - Grant · amount on GOV.UK
Key Fund - Midlands and the North of England
Trading 1–2 years, Established · regions: 5Grants and loans for social enterprises in the North and the Midlands. - Grant · amount on GOV.UK
Low Carbon Kent
South EastLow Carbon Kent is a network of businesses tackling and adapting to climate change. They aim to reduce costs by cutting emissions and promote the opportunities of the low carbon market and circular economy. - Grant · amount on GOV.UK
Made Smarter London
Trading 1–2 years, Established · LondonThe Made Smarter adoption programme aims to empower and support London's manufacturing businesses. The programme has a particular focus on adopting digital technology. - Grant · amount on GOV.UK
Made Smarter South West of England
Trading 1–2 years, Established · South WestSupport and potential grants to help manufacturing SMEs adopt Industrial Digital Technologies (IDT) to enable their development and growth. - Grant · amount on GOV.UK
Momentum Music Fund
the whole UK · 0 to 9 employeesThe Momentum Music Fund offers grants of £5k-£15k for artists/bands to break through to the next level of their careers. - Grant · amount on GOV.UK
North of Tyne Business Support Fund
Applications closedTrading 1–2 years, Established · North EastGrant funding opportunity for businesses in who need external expertise to help them to grow. - Grant · amount on GOV.UK
Northamptonshire Community Foundation
Closes 12.10.2026Not yet trading, Trading 1–2 years · East MidlandsPotential grant funding is available to community or voluntary groups in Northamptonshire. - Grant · amount on GOV.UK
Northern Ireland Business Support Finder
Northern IrelandA searchable database that can help you find publicly-funded sources of business assistance that you may be eligible to apply for. - Grant · amount on GOV.UK
Oldham Council Innovation Grant
Trading 1–2 years, Established · North WestInnovation grant scheme to support business growth, encourage inward investment, and drive productivity through innovation. - Grant · amount on GOV.UK
Pendle Town Centre Premises Improvement Grants
North WestGrants of up to £3,000 (50% of costs) for shop front improvements across Pendle Town Centres are available. Any businesses, new or existing within a Pendle Town Centre could be eligible for funding. - Grant · amount on GOV.UK
PNE Enterprise - business support service - North East England
North East · 0 to 9, 10 to 249 employeesMentoring, start-up business courses and support schemes for businesses based in the North East of England - Grant · amount on GOV.UK
Repair Grants for Heritage at Risk - England
The scheme site does not openTrading 1–2 years, Established · regions: 9Grants for the repair and conservation of historic buildings, monuments and landscapes. - Grant · amount on GOV.UK
Sir James Knott Fund
Trading 1–2 years, Established · North EastFunding for charitable activity in Tyne and Wear, Northumberland, County Durham and Hartlepool. - Grant · amount on GOV.UK
South West Investment Fund (SWIF)
The scheme site does not openTrading 1–2 years, Established · South WestThe fund aims to drive sustainable economic growth by supporting innovation and creating local opportunity for new and growing businesses across the South West. - Grant · amount on GOV.UK
Stronger Communities Inspire Fund
Trading 1–2 years, Established · Yorkshire and the HumberResident groups or community organisations can apply for grants of up to £1,000 to help fund local projects and events. - Grant · amount on GOV.UK
Sunderland Business Support Fund
Trading 1–2 years, Established · North EastGrants are available to support projects costing between £3,000 and £6,000 (excluding VAT). The Business Support Fund can cover up to 40% of eligible business spend. - Grant · amount on GOV.UK
The Hive - North Somerset
South West · 0 to 9 employeesWorkspace with on-site business support in Weston-super-Mare. - Grant · amount on GOV.UK
Tourism grants - Eden
Trading 1–2 years, Established · North WestSmall grants to help fund projects that will generate tourism and similar economic benefits in Eden. - Loan · amount on GOV.UK
Advanced Manufacturing Supply Chain Initiative Recycled Fund - England
The scheme site does not openEstablished · regions: 9Loan fund for SMEs in the manufacturing supply chain who are looking for investment to grow and support job creation. - Loan · amount on GOV.UK
ART Business Loans - West Midlands
Open for applicationsTrading 1–2 years, Established · West MidlandsLoans for new and existing small businesses to create and safeguard jobs in the West Midlands - Loan · amount on GOV.UK
BCRS Business Loans
Open for applicationsTrading 1–2 years, Established · South West, West MidlandsLoans to help small and medium-sized businesses develop and grow. - Loan · amount on GOV.UK
Big Issue Invest - UK
Established · the whole UKBig Issue Invest helps social enterprises and charities by providing loans and investments. - Loan · amount on GOV.UK
Business Enterprise fund - North East England
North East, Yorkshire and the Humber · 0 to 9, 10 to 249 employeesFinancial support for small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) in Yorkshire and the North East. - Loan · amount on GOV.UK
Business Growth Loans - Sussex, Surrey, Suffolk, Kent, Essex, London, Norfolk, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, Isle of Wight, Berkshire, Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Hampshire.
Open for applicationsEstablished · Eastern, London, South EastLet’s Do Business Finance can support businesses across the South and East of England to access finance of up to £250k. - Loan · amount on GOV.UK
Business loan scheme (CWRT) - Coventry and Warwickshire
Trading 1–2 years, Established · West MidlandsLoans for companies in Coventry and Warwickshire that can’t get finance from mainstream lenders - Loan · amount on GOV.UK
Enterprise programme for young people - UK
Not yet trading, Trading 1–2 years · the whole UKThe King's Trust helps young people aged 18 to 30 years who want to set up their own business in England, Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland. - Loan · amount on GOV.UK
Equity and Loan fund in Greater Manchester
Trading 1–2 years, Established · North West£10m investment fund to support the growth of companies in the advanced manufacturing and materials sector in Greater Manchester. - Loan · amount on GOV.UK
Finance For Enterprise
Established · regions: 9Finance for Enterprise provides loan funding across England. They offer an alternative source of finance ranging from £25,001 to £250,000 for businesses who are looking for additional capital or cashflow. - Loan · amount on GOV.UK
First Enterprise - Enterprise Loans
East MidlandsGovernment-funded loans for start-ups and businesses looking to grow across the East and South East Midlands. - Loan · amount on GOV.UK
GC Business Finance - North West England
North West · 0 to 9, 10 to 249 employeesStart-up loans and equity investment for small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) based in Greater Manchester and the North West. - Loan · amount on GOV.UK
Growth Guarantee Scheme
The scheme site does not openTrading 1–2 years, Established · the whole UKThe Growth Guarantee Scheme is a government-backed scheme designed to support access to finance for UK businesses as they look to invest and grow. - Loan · amount on GOV.UK
Investment Fund - North of England
Trading 1–2 years, Established · North East, North West, Yorkshire and the HumberFinance to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the North West, Yorkshire, the Humber and Tees Valley - Loan · amount on GOV.UK
Liverpool City Region Flexible Growth Fund
Trading 1–2 years, Established · North WestProviding fee free, Interest subsidised loans up to £1m, this fund can provide up to 50% of eligible capital expenditure repayable over a maximum 5 year term. - Loan · amount on GOV.UK
Midlands Engine Investment Fund II – Debt Fund
Established · East Midlands, West MidlandsPart of the Midlands Engine Investment Fund II, flexible loans to SMEs looking to grow and help drive their expansion plans across the Midlands Engine area. - Loan · amount on GOV.UK
Productive Valley Fund
Not yet trading, Trading 1–2 years · LondonLoans of between £50,000 and £400,000, for projects such as premises refurbishment, building works and equipment purchases that will lead to increased productivity, job creation and business growth. - Loan · amount on GOV.UK
Regional Growth Loan Scheme - East of England
Established · EasternLoans to finance growth for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across the east of England. - Loan · amount on GOV.UK
Rosebud Finance - Lancashire
Established · North WestLoans, support and advice for Lancashire businesses. - Loan · amount on GOV.UK
SWIG Finance
South West · 10 to 249 employeesLoans for new and growing SMEs in the South West of England - Loan · amount on GOV.UK
UK Export Finance
Established · the whole UKSupports access to loans and other trade finance facilities for businesses that sell internationally via government guarantees. - Loan · amount on GOV.UK
Arts Derbyshire
Open for applicationsNot yet trading · East MidlandsProvides artists and those with an interest in employing artists in Derbyshire with useful information and advice, including funding, awards, events and free online directory listing. - Loan · amount on GOV.UK
Enterprise Capital Funds Programme
The scheme site does not openTrading 1–2 years, Established · regions: 9Enterprise Capital Funds (ECFs) bring together private and public money to make investments in high growth, early stage, businesses. - Loan · amount on GOV.UK
Merchant Cash Advance - UK
Open for applicationsTrading 1–2 years, Established · the whole UKFinance for SMEs in the UK with no fixed payments, fixed terms or security required. The advance is repaid as a percentage of future card sales. - Loan · amount on GOV.UK
The FSE Group
Trading 1–2 years, Established · London, South East, South West, Yorkshire and the HumberFSE offers a range of loans and equity finance for innovative growth companies. - Free
Business advice, training and support services - North Somerset
South West · 0 to 9, 10 to 249 employeesInformation, advice, training and support for businesses based in North Somerset - Free
Fit To Bid
Trading 1–2 years, Established · LondonFully-funded workshops and 1:1 advice to help businesses successfully bid for contracts with Tier 1 suppliers. - Free
Kick Off in Business – business start-up and self employment online courses
Open for applicationsNot yet trading, Trading 1–2 years · regions: 6A free-to-access short online programme to help you start a business or become self-employed in England. - Free
Wenta Action Zero Gold Membership - Hertsmere
EasternFully-funded specialist Net Zero support for businesses with ambitions to reach net zero. Offering free 1-2-1 advice, skills and support. - Free
Wenta Action Zero Gold Membership - Stevenage
EasternFully-funded Net Zero support for businesses, aimed at reducing Co2 emissions. Free 1-2-1 advice, support & training towards net zero. - Free
Wenta Action Zero Gold Membership - Watford
EasternFully-funded Net Zero support, 1-2-1 advice and training for businesses, aimed at reducing Co2 emissions as part of the Watford De-carbonisation project - Free
Wenta Action Zero Gold Membership - Welwyn Hatfield
EasternFully-funded Net Zero support for businesses, aimed at reducing CO2 emissions. Free 1-2-1 advice, training and carbon footprinting. - Free
Able Futures
Open for applicationsTrading 1–2 years, Established · regions: 9Able Futures is a funded service that helps employees, self-employed people and employers manage mental health at work. - Free
Access to finance - Greater Manchester and Lancashire
Trading 1–2 years, Established · North WestAccess to finance is a scheme for businesses who need help raising finance for growth. - Free
Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service (Acas) - UK
Trading 1–2 years, Established · the whole UKAdvice on good practice in employment and employment relations. - Free
Barking Enterprise Centres - London
London · 0 to 9, 10 to 249 employeesFree support, help to access low-cost flexible workspace for new and existing small or medium businesses in Barking and Dagenham. - Free
Barnet Business Start-up Programme
London · 0 to 9, 10 to 249, 250 to 500 employeesThe programme offers one-to-one advice, mentoring, workshops and resources designed to help start up businesses succeed beyond their early stages, and support existing businesses with their growth plans. - Free
Biorenewables Development Centre (BDC) – Yorkshire
Trading 1–2 years, Established · Yorkshire and the HumberSupport for scientists and business specialists to solve a process, material, or product development challenge. - Free
Buckinghamshire High Street Business Support Programme
Trading 1–2 years, Established · South EastA programme for Independent high street businesses in Buckinghamshire offering free resources, webinars, events and One to one business support. - Free
Business advice, start-up services and business support - Essex
Eastern1:1 advice, signposting, start-up services, training and premises. - Free
Business and Intellectual Property Centre - British Library London
Eastern, London, South EastAdvice, databases, publications and workshops for business owners, innovators and entrepreneurs who want to grow. - Free
Business Continuity Forum - Manchester
The scheme site does not openTrading 1–2 years, Established · North WestIncreases awareness of business continuity management in Manchester's business and voluntary sector. - Free
Business Durham
Trading 1–2 years, Established · North EastOffers advice and guidance to support the growth and development of County Durham businesses and acts as the business gateway to Durham County Council. - Free
Business start-up support - North Tyneside
Not yet trading, Trading 1–2 years · North EastFree start-up and ongoing support for businesses in North Tyneside - Free
Carbon Trust
regions: 8Specialist support and resources to help businesses cut carbon emissions, save energy and work on new technologies. - Free
Chamber Low Carbon - Lancashire
Trading 1–2 years, Established · North WestChamber Low Carbon provides a range of 1-2-1 business support services specialising in energy, resource and water efficiency. - Free
CompeteFor contract service - UK
Trading 1–2 years, Established · the whole UKFree support to help businesses compete for major public and private sector contracts - Free
Cool Ventures
Applications closedNot yet trading, Trading 1–2 years · South WestCool Ventures can supply business advice, workshops and a range of useful links E-learning tutorials via their website. - Free
Durham Business Growth
Trading 1–2 years, Established · North EastDurham Business Growth is a comprehensive Programme designed to elevate productivity and foster growth within businesses located in County Durham. - Free
E-Business Support Programme – Greenwich and Bexley
Trading 1–2 years, Established · LondonTailored one to one advice and training for businesses in the London Boroughs of Greenwich and Bexley to develop and grow online. - Free
E-Factor Business - The Business Hive
Yorkshire and the HumberIncluding free enterprise coaching and business advice for pre-start and established businesses. Also, offer events and workshops, and advertise tender opportunities on the website. They also run Business Hive… - Free
East Devon Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise Support Service
South West · 0 to 9, 10 to 249 employeesFree training sessions for organizations either based in or working with communities in East Devon. - Free
EnTRESS 2 – Environmental Technologies & Resource Efficiency Support Service
Trading 1–2 years, Established · West MidlandsSupports SMEs with the adoption of environmental technologies and resource efficiency processes to improve business competitiveness. - Free
Find It business opportunities - Worcestershire
Closes 05.10.2026Trading 1–2 years, Established · West MidlandsHelp for Worcestershire businesses to find supply chain opportunities. - Free
FIRST North East
The scheme site does not openNorth EastA learning and development agency, empowering enterprise skills and entrepreneurship in collaboration with government, employers, education and community organisations. - Free
Get Enterprising - Hertfordshire
Trading 1–2 years, Established · North WestFully-funded specialist support to enable early stage businesses to grow. Offering free 1-2-1 advice, skills and support to scale up. - Free
Get Funded - Understand finance and build investment readiness
Trading 1–2 years, Established · Yorkshire and the HumberGet Funded is a fully funded programme designed to help SMEs in York & North Yorkshire understand their funding options, strengthen financial planning, and prepare compelling applications that win investment. - Free
Get Started and Grow scheme Staffordshire
West Midlands · 0 to 9, 10 to 249 employeesFree, expert-led support for Staffordshire businesses under 5 years old. - Free
Help to Grow: Management - UK
Trading 1–2 years, Established · the whole UKTraining to help SME business leaders to increase productivity, seize investment opportunities and grow their business. - Free
Hi3 Network
Trading 1–2 years, Established · London, South EastA part-funded research, development and innovation project supporting businesses to explore new creative technologies. - Free
HSE - Health and Safety Executive
regions: 9HSE is a national regulator and government department that supports employers, businesses and employees. - Free
Invest in - Fylde
North WestThe Invest in Fylde website showcases all there is to offer to businesses in Fylde. - Free
Invest in - Manchester
Trading 1–2 years, Established · North WestFree support for businesses looking to expand or re-locate in Manchester. - Free
InvestSefton
Trading 1–2 years, Established · North WestAdvice, support and financial assistance for new businesses, existing businesses and inward investors in Sefton. - Free
Launchpad - Barnsley
The scheme site does not openNot yet trading, Trading 1–2 years · Yorkshire and the HumberA programme of advice and events for people starting and growing a business. - Free
Local Women Local Enterprise
North East · 0 to 9, 10 to 249 employeesWomen-only enterprise support services for women who are thinking about starting a business and women led businesses who need support to be better prepared to build a successful business. - Free
London Business Partnership - Property Advice Service
London · 0 to 9, 10 to 249 employeesA programme to help businesses overcome the challenges of renting commercial property - Free
Low Carbon Dorset
The scheme site does not openTrading 1–2 years, Established · South WestFree support to help SMEs and community groups in the Dorset Council area reduce their carbon emissions, improve energy efficiency and install renewable energy measures - Free
Peer Networks - Redbridge Council
Trading 1–2 years, Established · LondonPeer Networks is a programme for businesses that want to grow and develop their organisation for future success. - Free
Portsmouth PatLib Centre
South EastIntellectual Property support and guidance for Portsmouth businesses. - Free
Scale Up New Anglia
Trading 1–2 years, Established · EasternA support programme for ambitious small businesses with potential for high growth in Norfolk and Suffolk - Free
Self-employed support - Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea
London · 0 to 9, 10 to 249 employeesBusiness advice and subsidised training for businesses in Kensington and Chelsea. - Free
Shaw Trust
regions: 9Shaw Trust is a national charity that supports disabled and disadvantaged people to prepare for work, find jobs and live more independently. - Free
Small business grants and funding - Devon and Somerset
South West · 0 to 9, 10 to 249 employeesAdvice and support on funding for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Devon and Somerset. - Free
Small Business Research + Enterprise Centre - London
LondonInformation, seminars and workshops to help start-up and growing businesses. - Free
Somerset Business Agency (SBA)
South West · 0 to 9, 10 to 249 employeesSomerset Business Agency (SBA) provide advice, workshops and support to micro-businesses and new start-ups, as well as businesses looking to grow. - Free
START - West of England
Not yet trading · South West, West MidlandsA free to access programme to help entrepreneurs in the West of England who are in the early stages of starting a tech-based or digital business. - Free
Surrey-i (Local Information Portal)
South EastFree local information portal for businesses in Surrey. - Free
Sussex Innovation Centre (SINC)
Not yet trading, Trading 1–2 years · South EastTailored support services, events and access to the resources of the University of Sussex to help with innovation projects. - Free
The Northumberland Small Business Service (NSBS)
North East · 0 to 9, 10 to 249 employees(NSBS) is a fully-funded service that delivers a range of business support services to ambitious innovators, creative thinkers and small and micro businesses across Northumberland. - Free
Two Zero - Lancashire
Established · North WestGrowth support for scale-up businesses - Free
Warwickshire High Growth and Innovation Programme
West Midlands · 0 to 9, 10 to 249 employeesBusiness Ready is an innovative business readiness support package primarily for tech-based SMEs with the characteristics and ambition for growth. - Free
WRAP environmental business advice - UK
Trading 1–2 years, Established · the whole UKConfidential advice and support on environmental issues for all UK businesses - Free
Young Enterprise
Not yet trading · the whole UKYoung Enterprise offers initiatives for all ages from 4 to 25 to help start a business in the UK.
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