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<p>The government believes that Peer-to-Peer (P2P) platforms can deliver innovative
forms of finance for both consumers and business that can provide competition in the
marketplace. The government has therefore implemented a proportionate, principles
based regime for P2P lending that balances the need for consumer protection with allowing
the sector to grow and evolve.</p><p> </p><p>The British Business Bank has channelled
£120m of investment to UK businesses through P2P platforms.</p>
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