Orkney Islands Council Economic Development Grant Scheme
Orkney Islands CouncilScotlandup to £55k
Who can apply
Businesses located in Orkney or that propose to locate a business venture in Orkney.
What it funds
Delivered by Orkney Islands Council's Economic Development team, the Economic Development Grant Scheme provides a number of grants of up to £55,000 each, to cover up to 30% of eligible costs. These grants support capital expenditure linked to business expansion in export-related activities, tourism and new services for Orkney. The grants can be used for: projects that encourage economic diversification activities that raise the average wage rate efforts to overcome barriers to export outwith Ork
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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