Updated 14 April 2021
Grants have been made available throughout the pandemic to support businesses in the city. The money for these grants has been provided by central government.
This scheme provides grants to help hospitality businesses reopen safely through improving outdoor facilities.
Local Restrictions Support Grant (LRSG) – national lockdown cycle 2 (for 16 February to 31 March)
- for rated businesses forced to close
and
Restart grants – from 1 April 2021
- offers in-person services in the non-essential retail, hospitality, leisure, accommodation, gym and sports or personal care sectors.
Additional Restrictions Grants (discretionary) – 5 November 2020-31 March 2021
- for non-rated businesses forced to close
- for businesses not forced to close, but have been severely impacted by restrictions. Find out about other support and advice available for businesses.