Seaweed, shipping containers, clay plaster and macaroons feature in the Citi Microentrepreneurship Awards shortlist 15.02.2017 A diverse bunch of young, social and micro entrepreneurs have been named as finalists for the Citi Microentrepreneurship Awards. The awards,… Continue reading
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Retail Giants Warm to Designer Radiator Firm
An entrepreneurial duo has put their buying power to work by forming their own business. Seasoned buyers Paul Johnson and Andrew Smith formed Crimson Bear, a firm that sources high-end radiators and heating solutions for the… Continue reading
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Call for Brummies to invest in ART Business Loans and the local economy
Birmingham City Council leader John Clancy is appealing to Brummies to support a fundraising scheme that could generate £3 million to support local businesses 01.02.2017 The council is joining forces with Responsible Finance member ART Business… Continue reading
CIC event notes: Bank Lending Data: 3 years on, what have we learnt?
On December 12th, the Community Investment Coalition held a roundtable in the Palace of Westminster to discuss the achievements to date of the data disclosure campaign and how to move forward. Click here to download summary notes from… Continue reading
Responsible Finance Welcomes proposals for a Development Bank in Wales
Responsible Finance welcomes the Minister’s recent announcements for a Development Bank of Wales and will work in partnership to further the success of businesses and local economies. Responsible Finance members in Wales contribute significantly to local… Continue reading
Responsible Finance Welcomes proposals for a Development Bank in Wales
Responsible Finance welcomes the Minister’s recent announcements for a Development Bank of Wales and will work in partnership to further the success of businesses and local economies. Responsible Finance members in Wales contribute significantly to local… Continue reading
Matt Smith, Key Fund CEO: Social Enterprises are not just for Christmas, they’re for life. Give them a chance
It’s that time of year when It’s A Wonderful Life is constantly on repeat. George Bailey, played by Jimmy Stewart, has given up his dreams. On his way to his honeymoon, he witnesses a run on… Continue reading
Autumn Statement must support access to finance for hard-working families
On Wednesday, 23rd November, the Chancellor will give his autumn statement. His options for manoeuvre are limited, with global economic turbulence on the rise and the Institute of Fiscal Studies warning that the Chancellor will need… Continue reading
Responsible Finance Autumn Statement respresentation
Responsible Finance have submitted their Autumn Statement representation calling on HM Treasury to: increase focus on access to finance recognise the impact of the responsible finance sector enable the use of Enterprise Finance Guarantee (EFG) on Community Investment… Continue reading