Business founders warn reduced VCT funding could stifle UK growth

Ahead of April 2026 tax changes

Michael Nelson
clock • 2 min read

Reduced venture capital trust (VCT) funding could have direct consequences for UK growth, as 91% of founders said their business would be smaller without it, according to a survey by Focaldata.

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