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This guide outlines the key national government-backed loan schemes available in Hillingdon and across the UK in 2025. It also highlights how Hillingdon Council supports business development through mentoring, training, and funding programmes. All links are fully clickable and up‑to‑date.
Amount: £500–£25,000 per person
Interest: Fixed 6% APR
Support: Includes 12 months’ mentoring and business planning
Apply via: https://www.gov.uk/apply-start-up-loan
Purpose: Support SMEs with working capital, investment, or refinancing
Amount: Up to £2 million
Eligibility: UK-based SMEs affected by economic conditions
Apply via: Accredited lenders through GOV.UK
Note: Closed to new applicants; previously offered up to £50,000 with government guarantee for smaller businesses
Hillingdon allocation: £1.1 million for 2025–2026 (Hillingdon Council, modgov.hillingdon.gov.uk)
Projects include: Supplier readiness, business mentoring, procurement support, and town centre regeneration
Apply via: Council-led programmes and local business support contacts
Fully‑funded, tailored support via Hillingdon Chamber of Commerce
Includes one‑to‑one coaching, workshops, and networking
Target: 200 local SMEs (Hillingdon Council, hillingdonchamber.co.uk, Hillingdon Council)
Register via: [Contact: megan@hillingdonchamber.co.uk, 01895 545940] (Hillingdon Council)
Delivered by: Brunel Business School (90% government‑funded)
Includes: 50 hours leadership training, 10 hours mentoring, peer networking (Hillingdon Council)
Eligibility: SMEs with 5–249 employees
Business advice & guidance through “Business → Advice and support” section (Hillingdon Council, Hillingdon Council)
Apprenticeship Grants: Up to £1,500 incentive for first apprentice hire (Hillingdon Council)
Business Rates Relief & Licensing support – see Business Rates section (Hillingdon Council)
Loans require a solid business plan, UK‑registered business, and healthy credit
UKSPF and GROWTH Hillingdon focus on local SMEs and community‑focused businesses in Hillingdon
Help to Grow: eligible to SMEs with 5–249 employees
Select a suitable loan or support programme.
Prepare essential documents: business plan, forecasts, registration, and financials.
Submit loan applications via GOV.UK or through lenders.
Register interest for local programmes (e.g. GROWTH Hillingdon, Help to Grow).
Attend workshops, interviews or mentoring sessions if applicable.
Network through local business events or GMaxCard business networking
Seek mentoring via Start‑Up Loans, Help to Grow, or Hillingdon Council programmes
Use online tools from the British Business Bank, FSB, and GOV.UK for templates and guidance
Start‑Up Loans: https://www.gov.uk/apply-start-up-loan
Hillingdon UKSPF Info: £1.1m funding for business and town-centre projects (Hillingdon Council, Hillingdon Council)
GROWTH Hillingdon Programme: Contact Megan, Hillingdon Chamber (Hillingdon Council)
Help to Grow (Brunel): Email brunelbusiness@brunel.ac.uk (Hillingdon Council)
Business Advice and Rates: https://www.hillingdon.gov.uk/business (Hillingdon Council)
Apprenticeship Grant Info: Hillingdon Council Apprenticeships (Hillingdon Council)
Council Contact: 01895 250111 (business centre hours) (Hillingdon Council)
▫️ What government loans can I access in Hillingdon?
Start‑Up Loans (£500–£25k), Recovery Loans (up to £2 million), and, historically, Bounce Back Loans (closed).
▫️ How much support is Hillingdon receiving from UKSPF?
£1.1 million has been allocated for 2025–2026 to support business growth, mentoring, and town centre regeneration (Hillingdon Council).
▫️ What is the GROWTH Hillingdon programme?
A fully‑funded local business support initiative offering mentoring, workshops, and peer networking to SMEs (Hillingdon Council).
▫️ Can smaller SMEs join Help to Grow?
Yes—if you employ 5–249 people, you can access 50 hours of leadership training and mentoring (Hillingdon Council).
▫️ How do I apply for Start‑Up Loans?
Apply through the GOV.UK portal for Start‑Up Loans: https://www.gov.uk/apply-start-up-loan
▫️ Are apprenticeship grants available locally?
Yes—employers may qualify for up to £1,500 for hiring their first apprentice (Hillingdon Council).
▫️ Where can I get general business advice?
Visit Hillingdon Council’s “Advice & Support” section online or contact them at 01895 250111 (Hillingdon Council, Hillingdon Council).
Value Ad helps new businesses save 50% to 80% on essential services like marketing and
development. These savings act as an alternative investment, fueling growth.
Service providers gain valuable initial customers, helping them grow and attract investment.
It's a win-win for everyone!
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What is Value Ad?
Value Ad is an innovative policy designed to foster a mutually beneficial relationship between two key groups: new businesses and service providers. This policy helps startups save significantly on essential services while enabling service providers to gain valuable traction and growth opportunities.
How is it a Win-Win Deal?
For New Businesses:
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Alternative Investment: The money saved through these discounts can be reinvested into other critical areas of the business, acting as an alternative investment that fuels further growth and development.
For Service Providers:
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Alternative Investment for New Businesses:
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Building Traction: Demonstrating product or service viability to potential investors.
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In Summary:
Value Ad is a strategic policy designed to create a win-win scenario for both new businesses and service providers. By offering significant discounts on essential services, startups can save and reinvest those savings, while service providers gain crucial initial customers and market traction. This mutually beneficial arrangement supports the growth and success of both groups, making Value Ad a powerful tool for business development and investment.
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