About
We're an economic development bank wholly owned by the Department for Business and Trade, but we are operationally independent. We're dedicated to helping UK small businesses survive, prosper and grow.
The British Business Bank is powering UK growth by helping small businesses to prosper and grow. Small businesses are crucial to the UK's economy and the Bank, backed by the government, our mission-driven helping smaller businesses get the finance they need to start, scale and stay in the UK.
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.
- Our Banking business encourages lending through:
- Start Up Loans for new entrepreneurs
- Government-backed guarantees that reduce risk for finance providers, making them more willing to lend
Through our investment business, we attract private capital into venture and growth markets. This helps innovative companies expand while providing a strong return for UK taxpayers.
We also provide an extensive range of resources and toolkits offering business guidance to help smaller businesses understand their finance options and be better prepared to access the right funding to achieve their goals.
All our operations are conducted with a focus on sustainability, ensuring our investments, partnerships, and advocacy contribute to a better future.
We empower smaller businesses, aiming to work closely with them to be a catalyst for their success and the UK's future prosperity.



Sustainability
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Research and Publications
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