Covid has had a major impact on many businesses throughout Northumberland. As we return to 'normality', many businesses are investing in equipment and people to support business recovery. To support the cost of that process, Advance Northumberland is working on behalf of Northumberland County Council to deliver Covid Recovery Grants.

The grant scheme will support eligible businesses with grants of up to £20,000 covering up to 40% of capital and revenue costs.

Throughout September, Advance Northumberland will deliver a series of virtual workshops to run through eligibility criteria, application process and guidance.

The series of virtual events are aimed at any business that is interested to find out more about Northumberland's Covid Recovery Grant.

Each session will:

• Provide a background to the grant and explain why it is different from the other grants that have helped business throughout the pandemic.

• Discuss eligibility and explain who the target audience for the grant is.
• Identify what costs could be include in an application.
• Provide guidance about what goes into a recovery plan
• Explain the process and timescales with the grant.
• Identify next steps.

There will also be an opportunity to ask questions.