Inverclyde Council Business Loan Scheme
Inverclyde Council
What it funds
Inverclyde Council offers interest-free loans of up to £5,000 to local businesses, with repayments spread over 3 years. The loan fund aims to encourage the creation and growth of small and medium-sized businesses in the area. Loans can be used for working capital, the purchase of new or used equipment, and the refurbishment or expansion of commercial property. Applicants must submit: a business plan a one-year cashflow projection evidence of trading status the last full year’s accredited account
Who can apply
Businesses that trade in the Inverclyde area.
Last checked against the official source: 3 Jul 2026. Scheme parameters are set by the funder and can change — verify before applying, or let us do it for you.
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