Greenwich Business Support Service can provide front-line financial advice and information about specific local schemes available.
Grants, loans and more
Greenwich Council itself does not offer any form of financial assistance, whether loans or grants. However, the Business Support Service (GBSS) can provide advice on the following:
- first stop for 'Selective Finance for Investment', an enterprise grant available in Assisted Areas
- searching for grants and loans
- small-scale grants and loans for creative businesses.
We can refer you to a professional business adviser who can advise you on raising funds for your business, plus other aspects of financial management.
Zero-interest loans from Carbon Trust
Interest free loans of up to £500,000 are available from the Carbon Trust to help businesses replace old equipment with new, energy efficient upgrades. No security is required - and the loans scheme is designed so that anticipated energy savings cover monthly repayments.
Apply for interest-free business equipment loans (Carbon Trust website) Get real help now
The Government is taking action to help businesses through the recession and to ensure they emerge stronger on the other side.
Find out more on the Real Help Now website.
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Useful links
GRANTnet - find a grant
Online grants search
Business Link – finance pages
Further information
For more information contact GBSS and we will refer you to the most suitable organisation.