Atom Bank Lending Tops £1bn Milestone
Digital challenger Atom Bank has passed the £1bn mark for commercial mortgages. The Newcastle-based lender credits its team and new initiatives for record growth in 2025.
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Uncapped Cashback: Earn Up to 1.5% with Allica Bank
Allica Bank offers UK SMEs up to 1.5% uncapped cashback on spending, plus 3.8% interest. Discover how this digital bank is boosting business finances.
High Mortgage Costs to Temper UK House Sales in 2026
UK Finance forecasts a slight dip in UK house sales for 2026 as high mortgage costs and tight affordability limit buyer borrowing. Discover the full market outlook and key data.
FCA Proposes Major Mortgage Rule Changes for 2026
The UK's financial regulator unveils plans to modernise mortgage lending, aiming to help first-time buyers, the self-employed, and older borrowers. Reforms could begin in 2026.
DWP sickness benefits training plan criticised as inadequate
A new DWP scheme to train 5,000 SME managers to support sick employees has been branded 'spin politics' by business leaders, who say it fails to address the scale of 2.8 million long-term sick. Read the full analysis.
BCRS hits £2m lending milestone for Welsh SMEs
BCRS Business Loans has provided over £2m to 34 Welsh SMEs via the British Business Bank's Investment Fund for Wales, creating 104 jobs and safeguarding 189. Read more about the economic impact.
Barclays: Labour Budget Boosts Business Investment Confidence
Barclays research reveals the Labour Autumn Budget has provided clarity for 42% of UK firms, spurring investment in AI and cybersecurity. Discover the key findings and business sentiment.
Barclays pledges £45bn UK lending boost over three years
Barclays announces a major £45 billion lending increase and £4.4bn UK investment over the next three years, aiming to mobilise economic growth and support customers.
Lloyds Bank to lend £35bn to UK firms in 2026
Lloyds Banking Group commits over £35 billion in new finance for 2026 to support UK companies and SMEs, aiming to fuel economic growth and community prosperity. Discover the details.
Birmingham IT firm EBS grows with nine new hires
Birmingham's Electronic Business Systems (EBS) celebrates growth with nine new appointments and is recruiting for three more roles, supporting West Midlands SMEs. Discover their expansion plans.
Record year for NEL Fund Managers with 34 investments
Gateshead's NEL Fund Managers celebrates a record 2025, backing 34 regional SMEs from EV charging to IT. Discover how NPIF II funding is driving growth and jobs across the North East.
Warning as thousands of pensioners die with mortgage debt
A stark warning is issued as thousands of state pensioners die with outstanding mortgage debt, leaving families to foot the bill. Discover the scale of the crisis and the call for new lending solutions.
Big Banks Cost SMEs Thousands in Lost Interest
UK SMEs are missing out on thousands yearly as big banks pay minimal interest. Switching to a challenger like Allica Bank could earn up to 4.08% AER and cashback.
Help to Grow Programme Returns for South Wales SMEs
Swansea University invites South Wales SME leaders to join the government-funded Help to Grow management programme in Jan 2026. Boost your business strategy and growth. Apply now.
Lloyds Bank £40k First-Time Buyer Boost from Dec 5
Lloyds Bank cuts minimum income for its First Time Buyer Boost to £40,000, unlocking £1bn in new lending. Self-employed buyers can now borrow up to 5.5x their income.
Policy Centre to Boost UK Manufacturing SMEs
A new independent Policy Centre aims to give 325,000 manufacturing and engineering SMEs a unified voice in government policy, driving growth and future-proofing British industry.
Octopus Energy's 30-Minute Rule for SMEs
Octopus Energy launches the UK's first fully agile energy tariff for SMEs. Prices update every 30 minutes, enabling businesses to save over 25% by using cheaper, greener power.
Gov 'Urgently' Aiding SMEs Amid Budget Uncertainty
Small Business Minister Blair McDougall outlines urgent government support for SMEs facing headwinds, defending tax decisions while promoting new Business Growth Service.
Nationwide earnings fall after mortgage lending dips
Nationwide Building Society reports a pre-tax profit fall to £486m as mortgage lending decreases and Virgin Money acquisition costs rise. Discover the full financial details.
Wales Development Bank Hits £1bn Investment Landmark
The Development Bank of Wales has invested over £1bn, supporting 51,000+ jobs and generating £5.8bn in economic value. Discover how this impacts Welsh businesses and communities.
UK SMEs start with less than £6,000
New research reveals the average UK SME starts with under £6,000, with 80% walking a financial tightrope. Discover the personal sacrifices and the call for more entrepreneurial support.
Care Tech Founder Joins Irish Trade Mission
Former care worker Tsitsi Mtasa's AI platform Wisterias joins a life sciences trade mission to Ireland. Discover how her innovation is set to transform care for SMEs.
Mortgage market clash: Brokers vs building societies
A fierce debate erupts between mortgage brokers and building societies as new research reveals growing tensions over lending practices and market access.
Businesses urge Reeves to force bank rate cuts
UK businesses urge Chancellor Rachel Reeves to intervene as banks fail to pass on Bank of England rate cuts to struggling enterprises across Britain.
Allica Launches 4.67% Interest Business Account
Allica's new business current account offers competitive 4.67% AER interest, challenging traditional business banking with innovative features for UK SMEs.
Birmingham Mortgage Firm Collapses After £20M Lending
A Birmingham-based mortgage firm has ceased trading after approving over £20 million in loans, leaving hundreds of borrowers in limbo and raising serious questions about financial regulation.
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