Public speaking specialist Hanieh Vidmar offers startup founders seven pitching tips that could make the difference in front of investors. more»

The government has today announced details of a new Business Basics Fund, targeting £100bn in untapped economic potential. more»

National research agency Innovate UK has named 24 young entrepreneurs as winners of its inaugural Ideas Mean Business programme, giving a platform to Britain's next generation of innovators.  more»

While there are a number of financing options available, the path to actually securing investment is not always straightforward. Finding the right option and then having the right tools to secure it takes a lot of work – even for the most seasoned entrepreneur. more»

Local groups across England are invited to apply for grants from a new fund worth £700,000 to help regenerate local high streets with community-run businesses more»

You may be in need of some short-term finance to support a property purchase, in which case, have you ever thought about a bridging loan? Business Advice expert Rob Drury explains what this kind of loan is and how it might help your business move to new premises. more»

Starting up a new business delivering premium meat boxes nationwide can’t be done on the cheap. James Mansfield, co-founder of field&flower, tells us exactly how it got off the ground. more»

Financing is arguably the most crucial parts of setting up any business, but sometimes a conventional bank loan simply isn’t the right option. Here are the alternative methods startup owners need to know about this year. more»

UK business owners will soon be able to apply for innovation loans worth up to £1m to fund late-stage projects with strong commercial prospects. more»

One of Scotland’s most successful entrepreneurs is offering grants of £100,000 to young people in Scotland positively disrupting the nation and helping their communities. more»