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As the UK's largest group of self-employed business owners, sole traders often face unique funding challenges due to their unincorporated status, but a growing number of grant programmes specifically recognise the vital role they play in the economy. Many local authorities, Growth Hubs, and sector-specific bodies now offer targeted support for sole traders, particularly focusing on business development, digital transformation, and skills enhancement that can help bridge the gap between self-employment and potential business expansion.
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