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record shattering April for new business in Newcastle

Newcastle upon Tyne experiences its best ever April for company formations according to the Register of Companies from Companies House.

record first quarter for Leamington Spa start ups

Leamington Spa has set a new record for first quarter business start ups with 164 new companies formed in Leamington in the first quarter of 2012.

Bath record company numbers "quite amazing" says MP Don Foster

In response to Duport's announcement of record numbers of new company formations in Bath, local MP, Don Foster praises the city's burgeoning reputation for business and creativity".

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The government has announced a £150 million investment in small businesses and start-ups in the technology sector.

The UK Innovation Investment Fund will provide for SMEs that specialise in clean technology, life sciences and advanced manufacturing.

"It will provide crucial support for our most promising start-ups and existing small companies just when they need it most," stated Prime Minister Gordon Brown.

"This fund will help build Britain’s future by investing in key sectors."

The £150 million government fund will be matched by the private sector, and it is hoped that there will be further investment that will boost the fund by £1 billion over the next ten years.