Cost of living support

Business support hub (COVID-19)

We are continuously reviewing the latest information and updates will be made regularly on this page.

Grant Schemes 

There are currently no government grants available to businesses, but this may change, so we encourage you to check this page regularly. 

There are other sources of business support and funding available through our partner organisations.     

Can your business help?

Some businesses may find themselves in the position where they can support the local community. Whether this is access to surplus stock that may otherwise go to waste, the ability to assist those in our rural communities get to appointments or the capacity to undertake basic tasks for vulnerable members of our community; all offers of support are essential in navigating through these challenging times. If you believe your business can provide support, please email our business team.

Businesses across the East Midlands are being asked to donate personal protective equipment (PPE) to support NHS staff dealing with the coronavirus pandemic. Find more information on the Leicestershire business gateway growth hub.

Can't find what you're looking for?

If you can't find what you're looking for via the pages above, the following could help: 

The Government have developed a set of business support FAQ's, you may find your question could be answered here. 

If you have any further questions regarding the national support available to help you deal with the impact of the coronavirus on your business, you can call the National Business Support helpline on 0300 4563565. 

If you have any specific local concerns regarding how COVID-19 will impact your business, please contact us.

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Last updated 26 July 2022
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