Grants for Swale Businesses during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak

Businesses that have been forced to close or have been severely affected by the new restrictions can apply for one of the following business grantsΒ from Swale Borough Council:

  • Local Restrictions Support Grant (Closed) or
  • Additional Restrictions Grant (ARG)

Businesses in rated commercial premises that have been forced to close can get grants of between Β£1,334 and Β£3,000 to cover the 28-day period from 5 November through the Local Restrictions Support Grant (Closed).

Businesses that are affected by the new restrictions, but have not been forced to close, could receive one-off payments of between Β£1,334 and Β£3,000, through the Additional Restrictions Grant (ARG).

Cllr Monique Bonney, cabinet member for economy and property at the council, said:

β€œWe’re pleased that the Government is providing some financial support to help businesses which are significantly impacted by the restrictions put in place to control the spread of Covid-19.

β€œAs before, the government guidelines on who can qualify for business support are strict, but we’ll be working hard to ensure that those that do qualify receive help.

β€œBusinesses can apply now until 2 January, so I urge anyone needing help to visit our website for more information and to apply.

β€œLocal businesses are at the heart of Swale’s economy and I’m glad the government is providing additional support this time around.”

Cllr Roger Truelove, leader of the council, said:

β€œWhile we do what we can to support local businesses, it’s important for local people to do their bit and act responsibly and stop the spread of the virus.

β€œThe number of cases in Swale is still rising at an alarming rate and we all have to do our bit to ensure we don’t end up in a higher tier when these new restrictions end.

β€œIf we do not lower the rate of cases, local lockdown for Swale could continue if we’re placed in a higher tier than we had before.

β€œPlease stay home unless going for essential shopping, work or medical appointments and remember to wash your hands, cover your face and allow space for social distancing.

β€œWe can get on top of this if we all work together. It’s down to all of us.”

 

To qualify for a grant a business must meet certain criteria, and there’s more information, including how to apply for either grant, atΒ www.swale.gov.uk/coronavirus.

 

Other support is available from the Government, and businesses can find what is available to them atΒ www.gov.uk/business-coronavirus-support-finder.