NW Access to Finance

The service ensures that is support available to meet the needs of a business in all aspects of accessing finance, whether the requirement is for a debt, equity or other alternative finance solution.

The NW Access to Finance Service is part-funded by European Regional Development Fund , the NW Access to Finance Service is provided free of charge to qualifying* businesses in the North West region.

The service assists businesses with –

• The development of a credible business plan.
• The financial information required to support a funding application.
• Understanding appropriate finance products and options available including debt and equity products.
• Gaining knowledge of appropriate finance providers.
• Understanding of the application processes to access funding.
• Meeting and communicating with potential funders.