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Verified source: British Business BankLast verified 12 Jun 2026

Midlands Engine Investment Fund II (MEIF II)

The Midlands Engine Investment Fund II provides £400 million of new funding to small and medium-sized businesses across the Midlands.

Key facts

Funding amount
Debt finance from £25,000 to £2 million, Equity investment up to £5 million
Deadline
Rolling – no fixed deadline
Region
Midlands (UK)
Business type
Small businesses & SMEs
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Plain English summary

The Midlands Engine Investment Fund II offers a range of commercial finance options, including debt finance from £25,000 to £2 million and equity investment up to £5 million, to support innovation and growth for small and medium-sized businesses across the Midlands. The fund covers the entire Midlands region, including the West Midlands, East Midlands, and South East Midlands, and focuses on increasing the supply and diversity of early-stage finance while promoting Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) awareness.

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Who this is best for

  • Small businesses & SMEs
  • Organisations based in Midlands (UK)
  • Projects aligned with business grants
  • Teams seeking funding around Debt finance from £25,000 to £2 million, Equity investment up to £5 million

Who should not apply

  • Individuals applying in a personal capacity (unless explicitly permitted)
  • Large enterprises above SME thresholds
  • Applicants who cannot meet the official eligibility criteria below

Official source

Funding body
British Business Bank
Last verified
12 Jun 2026

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