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News, updates, opportunities and press coverage from around the South West. Read the latest news, events, opportunities and press coverage from SWIG Finance across the South West.
CDFIs offer a vital lifeline for many businesses
As our economy recovers from the shock of COVID-19, CDFIs are playing an increasingly vital role in creating a balanced financial ecosystem.
November’s E-News is Out!
Welcome to November's e-news! In this edition, our business manager Rachel Thomson explores the benefits of shopping local with commentary from Federation of Small Business's Ann Vandermeulen. We also share expert advice from Greenworks for SMEs transitioning to net...
Rachel Secures Funding for Cornish Charity
St Petrocs has received £1,000 in funding, thanks to a nomination from SWIG Finance’s Business Manager Rachael Thomson.
Cornish Business Owner Voted Start Up Loans Ambassador
SWIG customer Sophie Rearden, from The Tide Climbing Centre, is selected as 2021/22 ambassador for the Start Up Loans programme.
Keep it Local by Supporting Your Local Businesses
Our Business Manager, Rachel Thomson, explores how shopping local can provide a wealth of benefits.
The race to Net Zero – A Conversation with Green Works
Net Zero is likely to be front of mind of many business owners. We spoke to Paul Atkinson from Green-Works to find out how SMEs can start their journey.
Lending Trends through a CDFI Lens
SWIG’s Business Manager, Nicola Mapp, shares the lending trends we are seeing through the Recovery Loans Scheme.
South West Start Ups Reach Major Milestone
The British Business Bank’s Start Up Loans programme has announced that it has delivered £66m to businesses in the South West region since 2012.
Sustainability Spotlight: Businesses Contributing to a more Sustainable Future
Our business manager, Mike Chapman, shines a spotlight on the businesses that SWIG has supported who are champions in sustainability.
Making a Difference Through Social Impact
SWIG Finance is delighted to share its 2020/21 Social Impact Report following what has been a very challenging year.