Rural Community Local Led Development 2025-2026 Expression of Interest

The aim of the RCLLD Fund is to  deliver community-based activity to meet one or more of the Scottish Government priorities:

• Eradicating child poverty

• Growing the economy

• Tackling the climate emergency

• Improving public services

Improving Public Services Priority

Planned Preventative Maintenance and Capital Improvement Fund

A Planned Preventative Maintenance Schedule (PPM) is a survey of the building which identifies ongoing maintenance and renovation works for a set period.  They help to keep repairs are up to date, preventing larger unexpected bills.

We are hoping to support community owned and run buildings and facilities, or those going through community asset transfers by supporting them to carry out PPM Schedules and capital renovation works identified therein.  

If you are interested in funding for this purpose please complete and Expression of Interest stating PPM in the relevant boxes.

Supporting Asset Transfers

We are also keen to hear from all types of asset transfer including community gardens.  We will consider supporting surveys and other preparatory work where commitment to the transfer can be evidenced.  

If you are looking for help supporting your asset transfer please complete and Expression on Interest.

Eligible areas:  

Projects based in, or benefitting, rural areas of West Lothian are eligible. 

Eligible applicants:

Organisation and groups eligible to apply include, but are not limited to;CICs, SCIOs, development trusts, community groups, volunteer groups and social enterprises.

• We do not accept applications from individuals
• We are not accepting applications from businesses at his time
• Your group/organisation must have a bank account

Funding available:

• We currently have circa £100,000 for projects
• This is a mix of capital and revenue funding

Due to the short-term nature of the funding we do not anticipate covering staff costs.  However, they may be considered for one off events or similar.  Please discuss this with the co-ordinator before submitting your application.

Dates and Deadlines:

Guidance:

Please read the guidance carefully before submitting an Expression of Interest:

• RCLLD Application Guidance - 2025-2026 (PDF, 383 KB)(opens new window)

If you are interested in applying for funds please complete the Expression of Interest using the link below:

Expression of Interest - Rural Community Local Led Development 2025-2026

Contact Details

West Lothian RCLLD Co-ordinator: Kat Purser

Email: RCLLD@westlothian.gov.uk