Starting or running a business in the UK? The UK government can help you access the advice, skills, finance, funding and networks you need.
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Starting and running a business can feel like a rollercoaster, and everyone’s journey is different.
Through the Business Growth Service, the UK Government is backing SMEs with the support you need, including:
- Training on essential business skills
- Help recruiting the right people
- Funding for innovation
- Support and financing to sell overseas
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Backing you with essential skills for business growth
Thinking about turning a passion into a real business, or exploring a new direction?
The Business Academy offers free training to help you find new customers and grow your business- both in the UK and internationally. It also offers live and on demand learning plus insights from people who’ve actually built and scaled companies. If you’re looking for structured support, market guidance, or just want to sharpen your skills, find out more at business.gov.uk
Backing you with talent that delivers
Ready to grow your team? Jobcentre Plus provides tailored, no-fee recruitment support with dedicated local Employer Advisers.
They’ll help you promote vacancies, shortlist candidates, and access government support for apprenticeships, setting up work experience and more through the Youth Guarantee. Find the right people for your business with Jobcentre Plus.
Backing you to bring your ideas to life 
Do you want to make your business ideas a reality? Horizon Europe – the world’s largest research and innovation programme – offers funding worth on average over £400,000 to help businesses innovate and grow. It also offers opportunities for international collaboration with world-class researchers and academic institutions. If you want to scale your innovation on a global stage, Horizon Europe may be for you.
Backing you with finance to export
When you want to bring your product or service to overseas markets, UK Export Finance supports you with access to both working capital and government-backed trade finance. With insurance offered against non-payment from overseas buyers, you will have full peace of mind. Regional Export Finance Managers will be on hand to guide you on your export journey, providing tailored advice and recommendations to help you identify, pursue and convert international trading opportunities.
The UK Government offers a wide range of support to help businesses grow, innovate, and expand both in the UK and internationally. Whether you're looking to take the next step or exploring a new idea, there’s tools, guidance, and resources designed to make the process quicker and easier – we’re backing you and your business. Get started today at business.gov.uk
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