Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council Local Growth Fund Business Growth Grant Scheme

Introduction

The Local Growth Fund (LGF) in Wales is designed to support productivity growth in areas with catch-up potential and address economic inequality in areas of deprivation. It can do this by supporting business growth, the creation of better‑paid jobs and the strengthening of regional economies.

Who can apply?

The fund is open to businesses based in the Merthyr Tydfil County Borough local authority area, as well as inward investors locating to the area within the following sectors:

• Advanced Materials & Manufacturing
• Compound Semiconductors
• Construction
• Clean Energies
• Digital and Technologies
• Creative
• Life Sciences
• Financial Services
• Fintech
• Human Foundational Economy - Education, Health, Social Care, Childcare & Emergency Services, Hospitality and Retail

Before you apply

Before submitting an application, please ensure that you have read and understood the guidance notes and make sure you have all the required supporting documents.  Incomplete applications will not be assessed.

Funding Timelines