Orkney Islands Council
New Business Start-Up Grant
A discretionary grant for new Orkney businesses trading for less than 6 months, to support start-up costs such as equipment, marketing and training. Suits rural start-ups that can show a need for funding.
What it pays for
Conditions to know about
Must be a new start-up trading for less than 6 months, operated by the owner, employing fewer than 50 people, registered with Business Gateway Orkney, and not previously received a start-up grant. Not for management buy-ins or buy-outs. Franchises must be BFA-accredited ethical franchises. The grant should never be the sole funding for the project.
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, England, Orkney Islands
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