Ok so with the demand for a UK, easy to fund method of getting bitcoins increasing. Along with the headaches of using GBP -> USD -> BTC also increasing. I have come up with a solution. To make my own UK version of what bitinstant offers.
first step
having a business bank account in the UK that accepts payments. (which I have already)
second step
Having a large enough stash of BTC to cover request/payments from UK paying customers. (which I am currently seeking via
https://btcjam.com/listings/166)
third step
Launch the site and start getting GBP in and then use that to obtain more BTC+6% and rince and repeat (I already have many UK customers waiting)
forth step
once the loan is paid off increase my own self sufficient stash of BTC and GBP to a reasonable level.
Fifth step
start offering GBP withdrawals via pre-paid Debit cards.
Now that you know my first five steps, I want your idea's for the next steps. What would you like to see in the future from a UK payment gateway, beyond just money in and out, BTC in and out. please reply with great idea's of features or items you would like to see, even obsurd idea's can be great.