Blind the Gap. Closing the Confidence Gap: What’s really holding back UK SMEs from growth

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Discover how financial literacy could unlock growth and close the UK’s £22bn SME funding gap and learn about:
✅ What the SME funding gap is and its growing macroeconomic impact on GDP, innovation, and competitiveness
✅ What our survey of 250 UK SME founders reveals about knowledge, confidence, and missed growth opportunities
✅ Where FinTech still exhibits blind spots in democratising access to fair and safe lending
✅ Why collaboration between lenders, fintechs, and founders is key to reshaping borrowing culture and restoring SME ambition
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2   We review & send your offer
We’ll assess your info and get back to you with a tailored credit line in 24 hrs
3   Draw down & grow
Once you accept, funds are released — so you can order stock, or boost marketing efforts for growth

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