13 Businesses In Wicklow Approved For Funding Under Online Retail Scheme

Friday, 2 July 2021 16:35

By Hugh O'Farrell Walsh

13 businesses in Wicklow have been approved funding as part of the Online Retail Scheme, which targets retailers with an online presence to strengthen their online offering and enable them to reach a wider customer base.

133 retailers secured financial support nationwide, with 68% of successful applicants located outside of Dublin.

The average grant value is €37,500 and covers up to 80% of project costs.

Wicklow Minister Simon Harris says the funding allocation will allow these businesses take advantage of evolving market opportunities.

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