We are experiencing some technical difficulties with modern.gov (comittee information) and public access (planning applications) that may result in intermittent service outage. We will aim to fix this as soon as possible and apologise for any inconvenience caused.Business Grant Schemes
For the most up to date position, visit Business Adaptations Grants and Other Business Grant Schemes.
Government Support
Find out exactly what you could be eligible for by using the government's business support finder.
Safely Opening your Business
- Working Safely During COVID-19
- Keeping workers and customers safe in shops and branches
- Safer public places – urban centres and green spaces
You can also search for government guidance and regulations specific to your business on the GOV.UK Guidance Page
Charities, Creative & Cultural, and Heritage
- GOV.UK: Financial support for voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations
- Space Studios: Resources and Opportunities for Artists
- Arts Council England: Culture Recovery Fund
Information for Rural Businesses, Farmers and Landowners
Other Support
- Backing Essex Business: Fully Funded Support
- Backing Essex Business: Recovery Loan Scheme
- BEST Growth Hub: Guidance for Employers and Businesses
- Colbea
- GOV.UK: Business Support Helpline
- GOV.UK: Gigabit Broadband Voucher Scheme (GBVS) - UK
- GOV.UK: Coronavirus support for business from outside government
- GOV.UK: Additional Government Resources
- GOV.UK: Help and Support