Orkney Islands Council New Business Start-Up Grant
Orkney Islands Council
What it funds
The New Business Start-Up Grant is a discretionary grant of between £500 and £1,500. It is available to new businesses based in Orkney that have been trading for less than 6 months. The grant has been designed as a sustainable business development support for start-up projects that will help grow the rural economy. Applicants must be able to demonstrate a need for funding and show there will be no negative effect on other Orkney businesses as a result of the funding. The grant can be used for: c
Who can apply
Orkney-based start-up businesses that have been trading for less than 6 months.
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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