Half of the UK’s fastest growing small firms are held back due to lack of finance
Roughly a third of UK businesses have had growth plans put on hold because they’ve been turned down for funding, according to a study published by Santander. more»
Growth capital
Alexa Chung secures venture capital from Five Guys and Chilango investors
Model and journalist Alexa Chung has launched her first solo fashion label with the help of early stage investment from venture capital firm Pembroke VCT. more»
Atom Bank secures £30m British Business Bank boost
Atom Bank serves both small business and personal banking clients through a smartphone app, doing away with the traditional face-to-face banking models of high street lenders. more»
Government urged to create a “digital revolution” for the Northern Powerhouse
Investment in digital skills and infrastructure will be crucial in the efforts to create a Northern Powerhouse that is driven by small businesses, a new study has claimed. more»
Crowdfunding for micro businesses – Charting the rise of the funding method
Around 80 per cent of the businesses to fund on equity crowdfunding platform Crowdcube have less than ten employees at the time of seeking investment – so if you’re a micro business looking to raise finance, crowdfunding is certainly an option worth exploring. more»
