Here are the key deadlines for submitting applications for various programs and allowances:
| Application Type | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA) | For births 1 March 2006 - 30 September 2009: 30 September 2025 for backdated payment to August 2025<br>For births 1 October 2009 - 28 February 2010: 28 February 2026 for backdated payment to January 2026 |
| General EMA closing date | 31 March each year |
| Early Learning & Childcare (3 yr old places) | 15 March each year |
| Summer Programme 2026 Grant Award Scheme | 30 April 2026 |
| Community Grants (specific fund applications) | 31 March 2025 |
| Occasional License Applications (for events) | At least 35 days before the event |
Make sure to adhere to these deadlines to ensure your application is considered. If you're looking to apply online for any of these, you can visit the relevant sections on the West Lothian Council's website.