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Here are a few frequently asked questions with reference to the Small Business Grant Fund and Retail, Hospitality and Leisure Grant Fund:
Q. Is this a loan?
A. No. The grant is a one-off payment from the Government to your business.
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Q. Is this a loan?
A. No. The grant is a one-off payment from the Government to your business.
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Q. My business is still open and trading. Am I entitled to the grant?
A. Yes. If your business meets the eligibility criteria, whether the business is currently open or has temporarily closed due to COVID-19, you will be entitled to the grant.
A. Yes. If your business meets the eligibility criteria, whether the business is currently open or has temporarily closed due to COVID-19, you will be entitled to the grant.
Q. My landlord pays the rates. Am I entitled to one of these grants?
A. No. Only the ratepayer is entitled to the grant. Your landlord may apply and may choose to share the grant with you; but that would be at their discretion.
A. No. Only the ratepayer is entitled to the grant. Your landlord may apply and may choose to share the grant with you; but that would be at their discretion.
Q. My business is claiming other forms of financial support from the Government to help with COVID-19, Can I still claim a grant payment?
A. Yes. The eligibility criteria for the grant does not look at any other help you may be receiving.
A. Yes. The eligibility criteria for the grant does not look at any other help you may be receiving.
