GOV.UK
·Jul 2026
Public bodies mobilise £50 billion to drive UK economic growth and support over 802,000 jobs
Four UK public finance institutions have mobilised over £50 billion in support for businesses and projects over two years, backing more than 802,000 jobs. The government has expanded their collective investment capacity by £80 billion, integrating innovation, finance, investment and export support to strengthen the Modern Industrial Strategy. Senior officials highlighted increased lending, equity investment and targeted support for high-growth sectors, alongside major private-sector commitments and export announcements. A new joint scheme from UK Export Finance and the British Business Bank will expand financing access for SMEs with export ambitions.