§ Mr. David HeathTo ask the President of the Board of Trade what plans she has to encourage business angels to invest in small private companies. [23553]
§ Mrs. RocheMy Department continues to look at ways of encouraging business angel activity in the UK. It is important to raise awareness of business angel finance and to provide effective mechanisms for bringing together business angels and businesses seeking this type of investment. My officials are working closely with business angel networks, clearing banks and others to encourage greater co-operation.