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Economic Development Grant Scheme (Orkney)

Orkney Islands Council

Description

Orkney Islands Council capital grant, assessed by the council's Economic Development Service, covering up to 30% of eligible costs for Orkney businesses expanding in export-facing, tourism, or new-service activities.

Amount

Up to £55,000 (up to 30% of eligible costs)

Deadline

Rolling / no fixed deadline

Eligibility summary

  • Available in: Scotland.
  • Applicant must be a registered business.
  • Most relevant to: Hospitality & Tourism, Manufacturing, Energy & Utilities.
Notes
Covers up to 30% of eligible capital costs, with assistance available at a lower rate for non-SMEs. Claims must be submitted within 2–3 years of the grant offer, depending on the award size.
Requirement
Established businesses or new start-ups based in Orkney in reasonable financial health, operating in export-focused food/drink production, creative industries/manufacturing for export, high-end niche products, tourism, knowledge/technology, the renewable energy supply chain, or services with viable local or external demand. Applicants must discuss their project with the council's Economic Development Service before applying.

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How to apply

Discuss your project with Orkney Islands Council's Economic Development Service, then submit an application form with a business plan and a 2-year cashflow forecast.

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Other areas' version of this scheme

Economic Development Grant Scheme (Orkney) is run locally — here's the same scheme in other areas.

Grant

Economic Development Grant Scheme (Shetland)

Shetland Islands Council

Shetland Islands Council grant stimulating local economic activity by helping individuals, businesses, and organisations (including sole traders, partnerships, limited companies, cooperatives, and community enterprises) turn development project ideas into commercial reality.

Up to £25,000 (up to 50% of eligible costs)Rolling / no fixed deadlineScotlandShetland Islands Council

Last verified: 20 August 2026. See the footer disclaimer — this is general information, not financial or tax advice.