British Business Bank

British Business Bank is a government-backed lender in Sheffield, UK. The UK's economic development bank, wholly owned by government and headquartered in Sheffield. It helps smaller businesses get finance through more than 200 delivery partners, runs Start Up Loans, and is the UK's largest domestic investor in venture and venture growth opportunities.

What it offers

• “We design, deliver, and manage a range of products through over 200 delivery partners, helping to increase both the supply and diversity of finance available to smaller businesses.” — web.archive.org
• “This has made the bank the UK’s largest domestic investor in venture and venture growth opportunities” — web.archive.org
• “£39bn delivered, 250k jobs expected, £43bn GVA generated.” — web.archive.org
• “We offer low-interest personal loans and free mentoring to help you start or grow a new business.” — web.archive.org
• “Start Up Loans for new entrepreneurs” — web.archive.org

Who can apply

• “We’re dedicated to helping UK small businesses survive, prosper and grow.” — web.archive.org
• “If you are looking for a particular form of finance, you may wish to contact one of our partners.” — web.archive.org

Stages

Growth

How to apply

Apply or read the rules on the official site.

About this listing

TrustList compiled this listing from British Business Bank's official pages in September 2026. The quotes above are its own words. Amounts, deadlines and eligibility rules change, so check the official site before you rely on them.