This article reports on the British Business Bank's findings regarding the use of external finance by small businesses in the South West. It highlights a recovery in finance usage after a decline in 2022, noting trends in equity deals and the appetite for external funding in the region.
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Source: Heart of the South West Growth Hub
Last verified: 9 April 2026
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