The UK Government-owned British Business Bank has issued its 75,000th loan through its Start Up Loans programme, marking more than £623 million invested in small businesses across the UK since its launch in 2012.
Campaigners have launched a petition urging Coventry City Council to reconsider devastating cuts to the city’s ‘Streetpride’ services. They warn the cuts could lead to an increase in fly-tipping, graffiti, and neglected streets.