East Ayrshire Council
East Ayrshire Council Business Start-Up Grant
A grant covering up to 50% of project costs for businesses in East Ayrshire trading for 12 months or less, for items such as marketing, software, training and accreditations.
What it pays for
Conditions to know about
Must be based in East Ayrshire and trading for 12 months or less. Must speak to a Business Gateway adviser before applying. Costs must be paid upfront and claimed back. Capital equipment and premises refurbishment are not covered. Three cost quotations are needed. Applications cannot fund costs already paid.
How to apply
Applications go through the funder. Read their page for the full rules and the form.
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Listed under Equipment, Training and hiring, Starting up, Digital, England, East Ayrshire
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