Who is eligible for High Growth Start Up Grant (West Lothian)?

Available in: Scotland. Applicant must be a registered business.

What is the deadline for High Growth Start Up Grant (West Lothian)?

This is a rolling scheme with no fixed deadline.

High Growth Start Up Grant (West Lothian)

West Lothian Council

Description

Grant from West Lothian Council, delivered via Invest in West Lothian/Business Gateway, for businesses in their first 18 months of trading with strong early growth signals, funding new product launches, trade events, and capacity building.

Amount

Up to £4,000

Deadline

Rolling / no fixed deadline

Eligibility summary

Available in: Scotland.
Applicant must be a registered business.

Notes: Covers activity such as bringing new products to market, attending trade events, and building business capacity.
Requirement: Businesses within their first 18 months of trading that are VAT-registered or have turnover of £60,000+, based in commercial premises, and employing or planning to employ staff. Not available to businesses that have already received the council's Intro to Business Grant.

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How to apply

Email Business Gateway (bgateway@westlothian.gov.uk / 01506 283 400) to discuss eligibility and apply via Invest in West Lothian.

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