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Start Up Grants

For information on starting a business in West Lothian, contact Business Gateway West Lothian on 01506 777400 or email: bgateway@westlothian.gov.uk
 

Prince’s Scottish Youth Business Trust (PSYBT)

Grants for young people 18 - 25 years old starting new businesses, forming part of a package of business training, advice, information and other support.
  • up to £1,000 grant per person (or up to £3,000 per group)
  • applicants must be currently unemployed and of limited means
  • usually awarded in conjunction with a PSYBT low-interest loan of up to £5000 for stock, equipment or working capital for young people (18-25 years old) starting or expanding a business who have particular difficulties in raising finance from other sources.

Link to Prince’s Scottish Youth Business Trust (PSYBT) Website

Childminders Business Start up Grant.

A grant of up to £250 is available for individuals who need financial support in order to meet the Care Commission's requirements of registration as a childminder. Applications must be made prior to being fully registered with the Care Commission. For more information on the Childminders Grant contact Business Gateway West Lothian on 01506 777400 or email: bgateway@westlothian.gov.uk
 
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