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We've already helped tens of thousands of individuals to start and grow their business. Learn how with our library of case studies.

The interest rate on Start Up Loans is changing

From the 6th April 2026 the Start Up Loans fixed interest rate for new applications is changing to 7.5%. Eligibility criteria for a first Start Up Loan is being extended to businesses that have been trading for up to 60 months.

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We've already helped tens of thousands of individuals to start and grow their business. Read on for the full story on some of our most inspiring loan recipients: why they became their own boss, the challenges they faced and overcame along the way and how a Start Up Loan helped them to achieve their dreams.

 

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Mama Bobo Africa

A Nigerian restaurant owner has been amazed at just how popular traditional African cuisine has become with Northern Ireland diners. Mama Bobo Africa thriving after receiving support from Start Up Loans.



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ClelandRenwick

Learn how Alison McAtamney started their business ClelandRenwick with help from a loan from Start Up Loans.

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Eagle Divers

Zee with help of Start up Loans opened up a scuba diving center in Northern Ireland offering scuba diving and snorkelling courses we offer activities such as water biking, paddle boarding and kayaking.

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Alchemist

Learn more about Alchemist, a specialty coffee shop in Northern Ireland.

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Ballywilliam Barn

The recipient of the 600 millionth pound from the Start Up Loans programme was Will Smith, from County Down, who took out loans of £6,000.

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The Smart Bunker

Niall Greenan, CEO of Greenans Products, was inspired to set up his business based on an innovative idea initially designed to help his arthritic mother fill a coal bucket from a coal bunker.