Cash helps small businesses bounce back

A new fund has awarded over £100,000 to small Leicestershire businesses to help them recover from the effects of the coronavirus pandemic.

Leicestershire County Council’s launched the £750,000 pot of cash this summer and so far has given grants of up to £10,000 to 16 companies.

They say businesses from North West Leicestershire, Hinckley and Bosworth, Charnwood, Blaby, and Oadby and Wigston in sectors covering agriculture, tourism, hospitality, creative and retail have benefitted from the match funding grant, so far.

Small businesses are still being urged to apply for their share of the £750,000 Leicestershire Business Recovery Fund - to find out more and apply, visit: www.oakleaves.org.uk/leicestershire-business-recovery-fundOpens another website in new window 

Nick Rushton, Leader of Leicestershire County Council said: "The initial reaction to our fund has been great. I am proud to see many small businesses in Leicestershire thinking about their future beyond the coronavirus pandemic and that their entrepreneurial spirit is still strong.

"It has been a difficult few months for our businesses and we’re committed to helping them get back on their feet in any way we can, so that the economy of Leicestershire can continue to grow and prosper."