Objectives and Assistance
Subject to budget, the scheme is expected to run from April 2024 to March 2026 and aims to fill the gap for business start-up funding for entrepreneurs and development funding for early-stage companies.
The scheme is financed by Highlands and Islands Enterprise and administered by Comhairle nan Eilean Siar’s Business Gateway service.
Please note that tourism accommodation developments are not eligible for support.
Projects should be in key sectors including:
- Renewables and energy related activity;
- Recycling;
- Tourism (excluding accommodation projects);
- Creative and culture-based activity;
- Food and drink;
- Information technology;
- Life and health sciences;
- Research and development;
- Innovation;
- Manufacturing and processing;
- Childcare;
- Construction;
- Traditional industries indigenous to the Outer Hebrides.