A continuously updated database covering local, national, and international sources of funding, including grants, loans, and advisory schemes, listing of deadlines for applications and news alerts.Â
Scheme type: National
Office of the Small Business Commissioner (OSBC)Â
An independent public body set up to tackle late payment and unfavourable payment practices in the private sector. The OSBC covers the whole of the UK – England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. The OSBC provide small businesses with a complaint investigation service to combat supply chain bullying.Â
UK Export Finance Â
The UK’s export credit agency supports exports for any size company and across all industries, from capital goods to services and intangibles like intellectual property. It seeks to ensure no viable UK export fails for lack of finance or insurance, doing that sustainably and at no net cost to the taxpayer.Â
British Business Bank Â
A government-owned business development bank dedicated to making finance markets work better for smaller businesses.  Whether you’re looking for finance to start a business, grow to the next level, or stay ahead of the competition, we’re delivering greater volume and choice of finance.
Use their Finance Finder to research finance options for your business: Finance Finder | British Business Bank
Trade Team at DBTÂ
DBT supports businesses to invest, grow and export, creating jobs and opportunities across the country. DBT is a ministerial department, supported by 19 agencies and public bodies.
Intellectual Property Office (IPO)Â
The Intellectual Property Office (IPO) is the official UK government body responsible for intellectual property (IP) rights including patents, designs, trade marks and copyright.
Mentorsme
Britain’s first online gateway for businesses looking for mentoring. Mentorsme is designed to help businesses find a mentor in a fast and easy way.
Tech NationÂ
Tech Nation is the leading growth platform for tech insights, connections, collaboration and talent, empowering ambitious founders and their teams with the access and knowledge they need from seed stage to success story.
Innovate UK Business Growth
Innovate UK Business Growth helps business to make step changes towards scale. It empowers innovation-driven businesses to grow at pace and achieve their industry- and society-transforming ambitions. They help businesses identify the most effective strategy to accelerate growth and maximise potential. There are a range of resources to deliver, from IP expertise to investor networks and international partnerships.
Advanced Manufacturing Supply Chain Initiative Recycled Fund Â
The recycled AMSCI (Advanced Manufacturing Supply Chain Initiative) is a fund for businesses seeking investment to increase their growth potential and support job creation. Supporting the growth of the advanced manufacturing sector by providing loan investment to help address market failures and increase business capabilities and competitiveness.