How applications are assessed
Assessment process
- stage one applications are reviewed by an independent investment panel
- the panel is co-chaired by the Scottish Government and COSLA
Applications are assessed on
- basic eligibility
- alignment with programme aims
- readiness to use funding in 2024 to 2025
- strategic fit
What happens next
- decisions are shared by the end of August 2023
- successful applicants move to stage two
- unsuccessful applicants receive feedback
- panel decisions are final