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May 7, 2020

The debate still raging around the UK's Future Fund

The UK government’s startup bailout package has its cheerleaders — and its critics.


Amy Lewin

10 min read

Jenny Tooth, CEO of UKBAA

Two weeks ago, the UK government announced a £1bn support package for startups. 

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