Funding & Support

Business Support Programmes

Folkestone and Hythe District Council offers business briefings with Pro-actions.

Apprenticeships

Folkestone and Hythe District Council signposts local businesses interested in employing local residents through apprenticeships. Apprenticeships provide an opportunity for your business to grow and viable career progression for young people.

EKC Into Work Scheme

Into Work, from East Kent College Group, recognises that achieving maths and English qualifications improves employment opportunities, promotes confidence and self-belief.

Business Loans and Grants

Every business could do with a growth boost and if you’re an expanding business or an ambitious start-up, we can help you access the finance you need through experts that are able to help you secure these funds.

Are you in Construction? Expertise and Financial help available

Brexit Transition

There is now a transition period until the end of 2020 while the UK and EU negotiate additional arrangements. New rules took effect on 1 January 2021.

SELEP COVID-19 Recovery Funds Programme

The South East Local Enterprise Partnership (SELEP) has announced a new £4.4 million COVID-19 Recovery Funds Programme.

Free Live Chat Support

Businesses in Folkestone and Hythe can now access online business advice through a FREE Live Chat in one click. Expert business advice is provided by Kent and Medway Growth Hub, providing easy access to support for businesses to start-up and grow.