Question reference: S5W-33874
- Asked by: Alison Johnstone, MSP for Lothian, Scottish Green Party
- Date lodged: 8 December 2020
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Current status: Answered by Fiona Hyslop on 16 December 2020
Question
To ask the Scottish Government what COVID-19-related business support is available to cattery and kennel businesses, in light of reports that some have been advised that their business does not fall into a category where such support is available.
Answer
We recognise the economic impact that the necessary restrictions are having on businesses of all kinds across Scotland. Through the £30 million Discretionary Fund we are empowering local authorities to support businesses and self-employed people in their area who require additional financial support, including supply chain businesses impacted by restrictions.
This fund is specifically designed to target businesses who have not received direct financial support through other Scottish Government schemes, and recognises the insight that councils have on the business community in their area and where funding would be most effectively deployed in supporting local economies.