Fixed rates now start from 5.68%.

Dan Grainger has re-joined Skipton as its new regional sales director for the North West. 

The lender's development finance rate has reduced to 8.60%, down from 9.10% at the start of 2025.

The new facility offers businesses access to up to £3m on a first charge against commercial property.

The lender says the new funding will bolster support for UK small businesses.

Bethan joins Time Finance with over 20 years’ experience in the financial services industry.

The lender will deliver commercial property finance via an API integration.

The changes aim to lower costs for businesses raising capital in support of growth.

Dave Chapman, managing director at MAF Finance Group, says the one/two-person bedroom broker has a huge role to play in the coming months to support businesses looking for finance.

Neil Rudge, chief banking officer for commercial at Shawbrook, stresses the importance of cash flow to SMEs and how it is a challenge that can be managed – with the right...