Barclays to host Brexit clinics for UK businesses

The 100-plus clinics will focus on managing cash flow and working capital, exporting goods abroad, supply chain management, labour and protecting businesses against fraud.

They will also look at using data and technology to help boost business, from apps and automation through to the bank’s partnership with fintech MarketInvoice, which enables businesses to get funding against their outstanding invoices.

A number of Barclays’ industry specialists will host the clinics in some areas to provide sector specific advice on agriculture, construction, hospitality, manufacturing and healthcare.

All clinics will take place in Barclays branches and its Eagle Labs co-working spaces.

Over 5,000 invites will be issued shortly to small and medium-sized enterprises and Barclays’ corporate clients across the country.

Ian Rand, chief executive of Barclays Business Bank, says: “SMEs are the lifeblood of the UK’s economy and the good news is that we continue to see strong lending activity, so we know things aren’t slowing down as we approach Brexit.

“However, some businesses are concerned about the current uncertainty and our network of relationship managers are here to help them navigate the challenges and opportunities the following months will bring.”