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<p>Small and medium sized businesses are the backbone of our economy, driving economic
growth. The Department for Business and Trade continues to deliver over 40 support
schemes that help businesses start, grow and export. At the Autumn Statement, my Rt
Hon Friend the Chancellor announced further support for SMEs over the next five years.
This support can be accessed through local Growth Hubs, Help to Grow and a dedicated
Business Support Helpline. In addition, The British Business Bank improves access
to finance to help businesses invest and grow. It currently supports over £12.<ins
class="ministerial">4</ins><del class="ministerial">2</del>bn of finance to over 9<ins
class="ministerial">0</ins><del class="ministerial">6</del>,000 <ins class="ministerial">businesses</ins><del
class="ministerial">SMEs</del>.</p>
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