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Council launches £300,000 grant scheme to support local economy growth

Melton Borough Council has developed the Discretionary Business Grants Fund which will see £300,000 worth of grants go to supporting business start-ups, business growth, the high street and retail sector and developing the tourism economy.

The new growth fund is utilising money that was secured through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) and Rural England Prosperity Fund (REPF). Through the scheme local qualifying businesses will be able to apply for capital grants of up to £15,000.

The fund has been designed to support businesses with projects that meet certain criteria, details of which are available on the council’s website. It provides opportunities for businesses in the area to access the financial support needed to help grow their business and create job opportunities for local residents. Applications are welcomed from all sectors across the borough.

Applications have opened for submission from local businesses across the borough and will close on Wednesday 1st November 2023 at 11:59pm.

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