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Bleeding to death? What the scaleup crisis says about UK Plc

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Bleeding to death? What the scaleup crisis says about UK Plc

The UK has spent years talking about the need to improve its growth-capital ecosystem. More recently, it’s started acting on it.

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London Orbital Motorway (M25) approaching Colnbrook Interchange

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Outside the M25: The regional growth story investors are missing

For years, the UK’s investment story has been closely tied to one place: London. That will surprise absolutely no one. The capital has the country’s...

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The UK scaleup drought: a stark warning for growth capital

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The UK scaleup drought: a stark warning for growth capital

For anyone involved in UK growth capital, the most interesting data emerging right now may not be the amount of money being raised or invested....

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Raising SEIS or EIS in 2027? Start sooner than you think

Last updated: 17 June 2026.

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Common valuation mistakes (and how to avoid them)

Valuing your business is one of the most important steps when seeking investment, offering equity to employees, or approaching an exit. Yet, many...

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How to get SEIS funding for your startup

Last updated: 17 June 2026. Are you looking for a cash injection for your startup? The Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS) could be for you.

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Are you ready to raise? A quick reality check

You have a product, customer base, and ambitious plans - now you just need the capital to make it happen.

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Should you set up your share scheme before a funding round?

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Should you set up your share scheme before a funding round?

If you’re preparing to raise investment, you’re probably prioritising your pitch deck, speaking to investors, and (we would hope) getting your cap...

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What should be in your startup data room?

When you’re preparing to raise investment, it’s easy to focus on the big-ticket items - preparing your pitch decks, applying for SEIS or EIS,...

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EIS eligibility explained: do you qualify?

The Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) is a powerful fundraising tool for scaling startups, offering generous tax reliefs to investors who fund...

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