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Investment Fund for Northern Ireland

British Business Bank
British Business Bank

The Investment Fund for Northern Ireland (IFNI) is a £70 million commitment managed by the British Business Bank to provide commercial finance to smaller businesses across Northern Ireland. The fund addresses market failures by supporting businesses that may struggle to access conventional early-stage finance, focusing on sustainable economic growth, innovation, and increasing the supply and diversity of finance for new and growing businesses. Applications are made directly to appointed fund managers.

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Open to smaller businesses headquartered in Northern Ireland or with a significant operating presence there, across all rural, coastal, and urban areas. The fund targets businesses that may struggle to access conventional early-stage finance.

Beneficios y ventajas

  • Board-level support and strategic guidance for equity recipients
  • Access to fund manager expertise for growth planning
  • Can be combined with other private capital sources
  • Focus on sustainable economic growth and innovation
  • Support for businesses contributing to net zero transition
  • ESG-conscious businesses prioritised

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