28th January 2021 - Regina Doherty Fine Gael Senator Regina Doherty has called for additional supports for businesses not covered by the Covid-19 Restrictions Support Scheme. Speaking about the scheme, Senator Doherty said: “Thousands of normally viable businesses have benefited from the crucial supports introduced quickly by the Government when the pandemic hit, and as a result they will be able to reopen fully as soon as it is safe to do so. “So far, over 20,000 businesses have made claims for CRSS payments of €239 million to ensure they survive this tough business period. “While the scheme has been a lifeline for many businesses, others who have been impacted by the pandemic are not covered by it and we need to ensure they receive supports.