

Thu 24 Sept
|FUEL Scotland
What gets a "No"?
Panel discussion
Time & Location
24 Sept 2026, 15:00 – 15:30
FUEL Scotland
About the event
Ever wondered why a lender says no? Sometimes the answer isn’t as obvious as you might think.
In this candid panel discussion, we’ll put the questions directly to the people making lending decisions. What makes a lender comfortable saying yes, and what raises a red flag? How do lenders assess a business, its finances and its ability to repay, and what can turn an otherwise promising application into a no?
Our panel of lenders will share what they see from the other side of the application process, including common mistakes, misconceptions and warning signs that businesses should understand before approaching for finance.
Come prepared to hear the questions you might not normally get the chance to ask a lender, and leave with a better understanding of what can make the difference between "yes", "not yet" and "no".

