Through the East Midlands Development Agency (emda), the Lindsey Action Zone (LAZ) has been successful in securing £2m to deliver the social-economic elements of the Rural Development Programme for England.

These include:

• Diversification - businesses wishing to restructure through the development of diversified activities can access support.
• Producing an environment in which entrepreneurs can establish and grow businesses that create high quality jobs whilst reinforcing the rural identity of the LAZ.
• Creating sustainable tourism that capitalises on the unique and natural landscape.
• Conservation and upgrading of rural heritage.
• Provision of training and information relevant to the needs of communities and businesses in the LAZ.

Who can apply?

• Farmers/land based businesses
• Micro rural businesses
• Communities

Application process

• Grants are available starting from a minimum of £3,500 for eligible activities.
• A minimum of 50% private sector match funding is required for each project application.
• Project applications will be assessed through a Local Action Group.
• All applicants will be required to register with the Rural Payments Agency.

For more information, please contact:

Judy Bell, Lindsey Action Group Manager

Telephone: 01507 354561