How do I apply?

Enquiries should be made in the first instance to the LEADER Project Officer whose details can be found on the Contact Us page. Who will be happy to discuss your projects proposals and answer any queries.

You will then be asked to complete an Initial Enquiry Form and if your project is eligible for funding you will then be invited to complete an Application Form.

The LEADER programme is now accepting Initial Enquiry forms for the first application deadline of 4th August 2008 with a further deadline on 3rd November 2008.

To download the Initial Enquiry Form, please click here.

Local Action Group - click here for details
Successful Projects - click here for details
Contact Us - click here for details

LEADER in East Lothian and Midlothian

The Tyne Esk LEADER Programme provides grants for projects that will benefit the rural areas and communities of East Lothian and Midlothian. The programme will run from 2008-2013. Projects assisted will be innovative in nature and must demonstrate community support and involvement.

The programme has the overall aim of revitalising communities in our rural areas and in doing so, promote a progressive rural economy.