Following the recent announcement by Henry Howard Finance plc. of increased funding availability, the business has received further encouraging news with the highest level of lending to its clients since March 2008.  During March 2012, advances exceeded £4m leaving Henry Howard well placed to achieve its forecast of exceeding £40m of lending during 2012.  Managing Director, Mark Crook advised, “we are delighted with this performance and recognise it is a reflection of our offering in the current economic climate.  Our clients are keen to develop their businesses and are speaking with us about how we can finance their equipment needs as an alternative to their traditional funding sources.”