Whether starting your business or looking to grow, finding information and guidance around finance can be complex and challenging.
Business Finance Week has been designed to help smaller businesses across the UK, as well as the organisations and people that support them, to understand the different finance options that may be available to support their individual business needs, be that starting up, scaling up, or staying ahead.
Business Finance Week 2025 has now ended
How do I start a business (with finance)?
The first step is always the hardest, but many founders aren’t aware of the financial help that they could access to help them succeed.
Whether its lending, grants, or investment, there’s a whole ecosystem of support available but choosing the right product can be a challenge.
Read more on our Guide to Starting a Business.
How do I (use finance to) develop and grow my business?
As the saying goes, all big businesses start as small businesses.
Access to finance is essential for any business looking to start, scale up, or stay ahead. But too often, smaller businesses struggle to get the right type of financing they need.That's why it's important to explore all options available and work with funders who understand your unique needs, so that you can access the financing that's right for you, no matter where or who you are.
Read our guides on Finance and How do businesses finance growth?
What finance can I access, and how do I get ready for it?
Navigating the world of finance can be challenging for small businesses, and it can be difficult to know what’s available, what’s right for your business, and how to apply.
Read our guide on Getting your business ready for finance.
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