Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 24 July 2018
1238. Deputy Maurice Quinlivan asked the Minister for Business, Enterprise and Innovation the number of businesses that have availed of the Brexit Start to Plan vouchers to date; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [33597/18]
Amharc ar fhreagraAs part of its Brexit Advisory Service, InterTrade Ireland offers vouchers which enable companies to get professional advice in relation to Brexit matters. This support can help businesses obtain advice on specific issues such as tariffs, currency management, regulatory and customs issues and movement of labour, good and services. InterTrade Ireland offers 100% financial support up to £2000/€2000 (inclusive of VAT) towards this professional advice in relation to Brexit matters. To date, 160 vouchers have been approved for companies in Ireland, with 45 vouchers pending approval.
Enterprise Ireland also issue Brexit support in the form of 'Be Prepared' Grants. This scheme was introduced in June 2017, and offers grant support of up to €5,000 for SME clients to assist them to prepare to mitigate risks and optimise opportunities arising from Brexit. To date, 122 Be Prepared Grants have been approved to Enterprise Ireland client companies.
