Over £220,000 has been awarded to projects in the latest round of funding through the Highland & Moray Fisheries Local Action Group (FLAG) to boost the marine economy and create employment opportunities in fishing communities. Ullapool Harbour Trust will receive £53,737 towards a new shellfish storage facility and landing derrick to support the local fishing […]
[Continue reading...]The FLAG is now welcoming Expressions of Interest for the 6th round of funding. Expressions of Interest should be recieved by the programme before the deadline of 2nd April to be considered at the FLAG meeting in May.
[Continue reading...]Well-done to 58°N Scottish Seaweed Ltd and Bells Seafood Ltd who have both been successful in the latest FLAG funding round. 58°N Scottish Seaweed Ltd has been awarded £4,332 to research the viability of growing seaweed for commercial use in the Highlands. Ailsa McLellan, Owner of 58°N Scottish Seaweed Ltd “There is increasing demand for […]
[Continue reading...]Expressions of Interests should be recieved by the programme before the deadline of 15th December to be considered at the FLAG meeting in January.
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Two Highland businesses have successfully secured funding through the Highland & Moray Fisheries Local Action Group (FLAG) to boost business and create jobs in their local area. Ullapool based Ockran Oysters Ltd will receive £12,500 to invest in new grading equipment that will allow them to double their oyster production during busy periods while Isle […]
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