Orkney Islands Council
Orkney Islands Council Economic Development Grant Scheme
Grants towards capital spending that expands businesses in export, tourism, and new services for Orkney. Suits small and medium businesses in Orkney in key sectors.
What it pays for
Conditions to know about
Business must be located in Orkney or propose to locate there, show reasonable financial health, and fall within listed key sectors (food and drink, creative and manufacturing, tourism, knowledge and technology, renewable energy supply chain, certain services). Discussion with council Economic Development staff is required before applying. Grants are for up to 30% of eligible costs. Start-ups eligible if costs exceed New Business Start-Up Grant support.
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, Exporting, Premises, Growth, England, Orkney Islands
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