Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 28 July 2020
73. Deputy Chris Andrews asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Business, Enterprise and Innovation the number of claims for the restart grant that have been received from businesses in Dublin 4, 6 and 8; the number of claims that have been granted; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18513/20]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Restart Grant scheme is just one part of the wider suite of measures for firms of all sizes, which includes grants, low-cost loans, write-off of commercial rates and deferred tax liabilities, all of which will help to improve cashflow amongst SMEs.
This package is a significant step-up in assistance available for all businesses in all sectors at this very difficult time. The measures have been developed to meet the varying needs of Irish enterprise and they are very specifically targeted by size, sector and need and are targeted at vulnerable but viable companies.
As of 24 July 2020, Dublin City Council has received a total of 5,496 applications from businesses seeking Restart Grant funding.
Of this amount, 3,619 applications have been approved and have received payment, with a further 205 businesses currently awaiting payment.
In response to the Deputy’s request for a specific breakdown of businesses across Dublin 4, 6 and 8 please be advised this information is not available as Local Authorities have not been instructed to collect and collate information for this purpose as per the Service Level Agreement agreed with my Department.
