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<p>We continue to work hard to provide the right support to make life easier for small
and medium sized businesses everywhere.</p><p>www.gov.uk is the home for Government
services and information online. One of the tools available is the 'Finance and Support
Finder;' a searchable database of publicly-backed sources of finance and business
support. The website www.greatbusiness.gov.uk also provides support and advice for
anyone trying to start or grow a business.</p><p>In addition to on-line support, the
Business Support Helpline is available to provide a quick response on queries about
starting a business, or a personalised and in-depth advice service for more complex
needs.</p><p>North Yorkshire has benefitted from a number of support schemes. The
Start-Up Loan Scheme has provided business advice and 629 loans with a value of £3.3
million to people starting a business. Since May 2010, 165 companies have benefitted
from the Government's Enterprise Finance Guarantee Scheme with a drawn down value
of over £22 million.</p>
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