Business Supports

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 20 February 2025

Thursday, 20 February 2025

Ceisteanna (31)

Tony McCormack

Ceist:

31. Deputy Tony McCormack asked the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment the number of businesses in County Offaly that applied for the Power Up grant; the number of the applications that were successful; the total value of the grants approved; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6499/25]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment

In total, the Increased Cost of Business (ICOB) and Power Up grant schemes paid out over €400 million in 2024 to SMEs right across the country.

In relation to County Offaly, 614 businesses registered for the Power Up grant with 593 businesses approved and paid, which had a total value of €2.4 million.