To apply, a business must meet all of the following:

1. can evidence it was trading on 13 October 2020
2. have no fixed property costs
3. have a valid liability / professional indemnity insurance certificate
4. can show a significant loss of trade due to coronavirus restrictions
5. be an eligible business that:

• either was forced to close under the current national lockdown
• or mainly operates in the supply chain to sectors forced to closed under the national lockdown

Business who operate in or mainly supply to these sectors:

• accommodation
• entertainment venues
• hospitality venues (including offering takeaway from premises closed to the public)
• leisure and sports facilities
• personal care facilities
• retail (non-essential) (including those offering click and collect)