West Lothian Council

West Lothian Council High Growth Start Up Grant

Amount variesNo closing date statedWest Lothian only

Grant for West Lothian businesses in their first 18 months of trading to bring new products to market, attend trade events and build business capacity. Covers tools, equipment, websites, marketing and small stock.

What it pays for

  • Equipment
  • Digital
  • Growth

Conditions to know about

Business must be within its first 18 months of trading, VAT registered, operate from commercial premises in West Lothian, and employ at least one member of staff or have potential to create employment within 6 months. Costs must be paid upfront and claimed retrospectively. Personal living costs, vehicles, salaries and rent are excluded. Businesses outside listed sectors may be eligible if aligned with Council priorities.

How to apply

Applications go through the funder. Read their page for the full rules and the form.

Go to the funder’s page

Check if you can apply

Is each of these true for your business?

The business is based in West Lothian
The funder’s wording
Businesses based in West Lothian.
You are a company or partnership
The funder’s wording
Yes, if your business: is VAT registered

0 of 2 answered

Source: Find Business Support Scotland: funding. Last checked 11 Nov 2026. Read from the funder’s page by AI, with each key fact checked against the page text.

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Listed under Equipment, Digital, Growth, England, West Lothian

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