Quality UK Biotechs Will Dodge Post-Brexit VC Drought
Executive Summary
With the UK deadline to leave the European Union just over 12 months away, UK companies will see access to European Investment Fund-backed venture capital restricted. Quality companies, however, should not be fearful.
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