Hi all,

I hope everyone is managing to keep safe and well.

Just an update on support for small businesses from the Council:

Officers have written to businesses who are eligible for grant funding which includes retail, hospitality and leisure businesses. The business support website (https://lewisham.gov.uk/myservices/coron...ss-support) has been updated with the latest information and we will shortly be launching a new online form for businesses to apply for grants easily and quickly.

Businesses are eligible for a grant of £10,000 if their rateable value is less than £15,000; or a grant of £25,000 if their rateable value is between £15,000 and £51,000.

Any business needing more information can contact the Economy & Partnerships team directly for help, support and advice on economyandpartnerships@lewisham.gov.uk & feel free to contact me for help or support (Cllr_sophie.davis@lewisham.gov.uk).

Sophie