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The Bounce Back loan scheme was introduced to support businesses during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The guide explains why that loan must be repaid.
HMT management information about the Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme (CBILS), Coronavirus Large Business Interruption Loan Scheme (CLBILS), Bounce Back Loan Scheme (BBLS) and Future Fund Scheme.
This Data Usage Agreement for Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) sampling of Bounce Back Loan application turnover data against HMRC was approved and put in place in 2021.
Three businessmen from southeast England each claimed the maximum £50k Bounce Back Loan and one dissolved his company to avoid repayment.
This Data Usage Agreement for the Bounce Back Loan fraud analytics pilot between the Department for Business, Enterprise and Industrial Strategy, the Cabinet Office and HMRC was approved and put in place in 2021.
This Data Usage Agreement for HMRC use of Bounce Back Loan data for fraud detection was approved and put in place in 2022.
Director applied for two Bounce Back Loans when businesses were only allowed one and used the funds for her own personal gain
This Data Usage Agreement for the Bounce Back Loan fraud analytics pilot between the Department for Business, Enterprise and Industrial Strategy, the Cabinet Office, HMRC and associated Lenders was approved and put in place in 2023.
Even the best-run business can face unexpected challenges and solvency issues. It's important you recognise the signs and understand your duties as a director.
Company overstated turnover to claim maximum Bounce Back Loan allowed and used funds for personal expenses
Fraudster used government-backed Bounce Back Loan for personal use
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