Scottish Borders Council

Scottish Borders Business Fund

Economic Development

Address: Council Headquarters Newtown St Boswells Melrose TD6 0SA

Tel: 01835 826787

Financial assistance for new and small businesses

The Scottish Borders Business Fund is available to fund projects from businesses based in the Scottish Borders. The fund aims to provide financial assistance to new and small businesses (up to 15 employees) to encourage to local firms to invest and grow their business.

It offers the chance to apply for a discretionary grant of up to 50% of a project's eligible costs, between £500 and £4,000, towards projects designed to boost sales and increase profitability.

In addition to any potential financial benefit - all applicants will work with a dedicated business advisor from Business Gateway who will provide business development assistance, and will review and then submit the completed application to the Council's funding panel for consideration.

If you've got a business growth project in mind, and would like more information on eligibility and guidance on how to apply please view these forms:

  • Scottish Borders Business Fund Guidance
  • Scottish Borders Business Fund Expression of Interest Form

If you would like to find out more, please contact us.

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Scottish Borders Council

Council Headquarters Newtown St. Boswells Melrose TD6 0SA

Tel: 0300 100 1800

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