Better Business Finance - UK

About this funding

Better Business Finance is a Department for Business and Trade initiative offering diverse financial support mechanisms to UK enterprises.

The programme facilitates access to multiple funding pathways including grants, loans, equity investments, and professional business guidance. Eligible businesses operate across diverse sectors spanning agriculture, manufacturing, digital services, construction, hospitality, and retail among others. Manchester and Greater Manchester businesses benefit from streamlined connections to accredited finance providers operating throughout the North West region. The scheme supports enterprises seeking capital for growth, development, or operational requirements up to substantial levels. Applicants gain access to comprehensive expertise alongside financial products tailored to specific business circumstances.

Who can apply

Businesses operating in eligible sectors including agriculture, food production, construction, education, health, hospitality, IT, digital, creative, manufacturing, real estate, science and technology, transport, travel, leisure, utilities, and wholesale/retail across North West England and Greater Manchester regions.

How to apply

Contact Better Business Finance through the Department for Business and Trade to identify accredited finance providers matching your business requirements and access appropriate funding products

Common questions

What is Better Business Finance - UK?

Better Business Finance connects UK businesses with finance providers offering grants, loans, and equity funding alongside expert advice, supporting enterprises across numerous sectors. Greater Manchester businesses can access up to £20,000,000 in funding through this Department for Business and…

How much funding is available?

Better Business Finance - UK offers Up to £20,000,000.

Who can apply for Better Business Finance - UK?

Businesses operating in eligible sectors including agriculture, food production, construction, education, health, hospitality, IT, digital, creative, manufacturing, real estate, science and technology, transport, travel, leisure, utilities, and wholesale/retail across North West England and…

What is the deadline?

Better Business Finance - UK accepts applications on a rolling basis — you can apply at any time.

Who provides Better Business Finance - UK?

Better Business Finance - UK is provided by Department for Business and Trade.

How do I apply for Better Business Finance - UK?

Contact Better Business Finance through the Department for Business and Trade to identify accredited finance providers matching your business requirements and access appropriate funding products.