Who is it aimed at?
The Small Business Loan scheme is aimed at people already running or looking to start a Small business.
The main criteria is that you have to evidence that you have tried to obtain funding from traditional sources, such as a Bank or a Building Society, but have been refused in part or whole.
As long as you've got a workable business plan, with the potential to turn your ideas into reality and create or protect jobs, even if it's just one or two, you could apply for a Small Business Loan.
There are Small Business Loan schemes across the UK: Check our Geographical Coverage to check you are within our operating area.