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Articles, news and expert analysis on venture capital funding in the UK and Europe.

How to raise venture capital 

Ian Gotts, CEO of venture-backed software company Nimbus, takes you through the process of raising VC cash.

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VC or not VC?

Most entrepreneurs who approach venture capitalists (VCs) for funding are turned down. They might be better served by looking elsewhere or focusing on organic growth, argues Ian Gotts, CEO of VC-backed Nimbus.

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The dangers of raising CGT

If Chancellor George Osborne raises capital gains tax (CGT) next week, it could have major implications for entrepreneurs, argues Alex Macpherson, head of the ventures team at Octopus Investments.

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Where credit’s due

A small management buy-out in the midst of the recession may prove to be a smart bit of business.

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Growth capital giants

With traditional sources of funding still in short supply, venture capital trusts are looking more attractive than ever to entrepreneurial ventures.

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New deal for UK entrepreneurs

Simon Cook, CEO of venture capital firm DFJ Esprit, sets out his wish list for the new government.

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Securing investment for cleantech projects

David Gudgin, a partner at growth investor Albion Ventures, gives his take on the hot spots (and nots) in the renewable energy sector and offers tips for making a successful pitch to a venture capitalist.

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Are non-executives non-essential?

Received wisdom about the role of non-executive directors is being challenged, writes Alex Macpherson of Octopus Ventures.

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Securing investment for cleantech projects

David Gudgin, a partner at growth investor Albion Ventures, gives his take on the hot spots (and nots) in the renewable energy sector and offers tips for making a successful pitch to a venture capitalist.

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Are non-executives non-essential?

Received wisdom about the role of non-executive directors is being challenged, writes Alex Macpherson of Octopus Ventures.

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The UK’s hottest VC prospects

From the founder of Glasses Direct to the CEO of microlending company Wonga, we talk to the leaders of five of the UK's hottest VC-backed companies about how they raised the cash and what they're doing with it.

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Are fundraising prospects improving?

Mark Tasker, a specialist in the technology sector at corporate law firm Fox Williams, considers the current outlook for  businesses seeking funding.

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The changing face of private equity

Neil Sutton, head of corporate finance at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), tells James Harris about how private equity firms are coping with miserly debt multiples. 

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Assessing government VC funds

A report from the National Audit Office slamming the performance of state-backed venture capital (VC) funds has caused an outcry from sections of the VC community. GrowthBusiness investigates.

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