About British Business Bank
British Business Bank is the UK’s economic development bank. Our mission is to drive sustainable growth and prosperity across the UK and to enable the transition to a net-zero economy by improving access to finance for smaller businesses.
We work with more than 200 delivery partners to deliver funding programmes that address existing gaps in the market.
Smaller businesses don’t generally obtain finance directly from us: instead, we usually provide funds and guarantees to private sector partners such as Venture Capitalists, angel groups, CDFIs, banks, asset finance providers and alternative lenders, enabling them to finance a greater number of smaller businesses (either through debt or equity).
We look to help increase the diversity of supply of finance for smaller businesses, so businesses can access the finance they need at whatever stage they are and wherever they are based.
Our programmes are designed for businesses at three stages of growth: Start Up, Scale Up (those with high growth potential), and Stay Ahead (viable companies seeking to stay ahead in their market).
About the Growth Guarantee Scheme
The Growth Guarantee Scheme helps businesses access the funding they need to grow and scale. It provides lenders with guarantees that encourage investment in high-potential companies across the UK.
The scheme is run by British Business Financial Services Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of British Business Bank plc, a development bank owned by HM Government.
