Blog

5th February 2018

BEF joins Government response to support Carillion supply chain

The British Business Bank, in partnership with 40+ accredited lenders, will make £100 million of finance available to businesses affected by the collapse of Carillion.

4th December 2017

BEF funding provides bright outlook for North East coast

A rainbow of colour is being added to the picturesque North East coastline at Saltburn-by-the-Sea.

30th November 2017

Fund managers pass £2m loaned across Yorkshire, Humber and Tees Valley within eight months

£2m surpassed in loans to small businesses across Yorkshire, Humber and the Tees Valley

22nd November 2017

Self-taught gaming entrepreneur progresses to next level

A 22-year-old businessman is expanding his gaming controller modification business following a £30,000 loan from BEF.

21st November 2017

Training provider finds the perfect solution

Stockton-based JD Training Solutions has received £25k in funding to help move to a central location in the town centre and create new roles within the business.

17th November 2017

Wilde Child Brewing moves to new premises after 5 figure BEF investment

Leeds-based brewery Wilde Child Brewing is relocating to new a premises.

20th October 2017

It's European Microfinance Day!

Celebrating fair finance for all across Europe

2nd October 2017

Leeds entrepreneur builds sustainable future for 3D printing

Recycled 'filaments' for manufacturing are introduced into the growing industry

26th September 2017

A wave of success for soft drinks brand

York-based Revolution Waves Ltd has received funding from NPIF – BEF & FFE Microfinance, part of the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund.

17th August 2017

BEF Social Impact Report reveals £29 million benefit to Yorkshire and North East economy

For every £1 invested, over £4 has been added in value to the local economy this year

28th July 2017

A vision of business success for musical duo

An entrepreneurial duo, inspired by a love of music, have hit the high note after developing a unique range of glasses and spectacle lenses dedicated to prolonging musical careers.

10th April 2017

Yorkshire lenders become gateway to £400 million Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund