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Pic: Shutterstock Ireland has launched a new round of the COVID-19 Online Retail Scheme to help businesses to upgrade their websites and improve their competitiveness in online retail. €5 million is set aside for the scheme, and Ireland-based retailers can apply for grants up to €40,000, minister of state for business, employment and retail, Damien English said.
The Scheme will be administered by Enterprise Ireland and is targeted at Irish-based retailers with a physical store and a pre-existing online presence. The grant can be used to fund fees for service providers to develop and implement a digital strategy supported by in-house training, and to enhance the retailer’s website and related systems, an official statement said.
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Kerry businesses are being encouraged to apply for the latest Online Retail Scheme.
Under this scheme, retailers with a physical store and a pre-existing online presence can apply for grant funding of up to €40,000 to achieve business continuity.
A new round of the COVID-19 Online Retail Scheme worth €5 million has been launched, to help Irish businesses to improve their competitiveness in online retail.
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Grants can be used to help retailers develop their online presence.
Successful applicants will receive a grant ranging from €10,000-€40,000, covering up to 80% of project costs.
The Online Retail Scheme opened for applications this week and closes on Tuesday, May 25th.
Kilkenny businesses should apply for new round of Online Retail Scheme
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Kilkenny businesses should apply for funding under the new round of the Online Retail Scheme, according to Fine Gael TD, John Paul Phelan.
Deputy Phelan was speaking after Minister of State for Business, Employment and Retail, Damien English today launched a new round of the Covid-19 Online Retail Scheme worth €5 million, to help Irish businesses to upgrade their websites and improve their competitiveness in online retail.
“When the pandemic hit, many Irish retailers adapted quickly to develop their online presence, showing ingenuity that helped them survive. It was great for Irish consumers to know that when they went online, they had local options instead of just the large international retailers.
Minister Damien English announces new €5m Online Retail Scheme
4th May 2021
Applications sought from Irish-based retailers for grants of up to €40k
Minister of State for Business, Employment and Retail, Damien English today launched a new round of the COVID-19 Online Retail Scheme. Under this call €5 million will be made available to help Irish businesses to upgrade their websites and improve their competitiveness in online retail.
Outlining the importance of the Scheme, the Minister said,
Over the last year, survival for many Irish retailers has been dependent on having an online presence. It continues to be a top priority for retailers to evolve these channels and take advantage of the new and existing local, national and international opportunities that exist through selling online. As Minister, I am determined to support the ambition to expand beyond the physical shop and this Scheme offers retailers the vital financial support to do just that. It is important for th
Minister Damien English announces new â¬5m Online Retail Scheme
Minister of State for Business, Employment and Retail, Damien English today launched a new round of the COVID-19 Online Retail Scheme. Under this call â¬5 million will be made available to help Irish businesses to upgrade their websites and improve their competitiveness in online retail.
Outlining the importance of the Scheme, the Minister said: Over the last year, survival for many Irish retailers has been dependent on having an online presence. It continues to be a top priority for retailers to evolve these channels and take advantage of the new and existing local, national and international opportunities that exist through selling online. As Minister, I am determined to support the ambition to expand beyond the physical shop and this Scheme offers retailers the vital financial support to do just that. It is important for the future of retail here that in-store shopping is complemented b