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Farrell encourages Dublin Fingal retailers to apply for the Covid-19 Online Retail Scheme

Fine Gael TD, Alan Farrell is encouraging retail businesses in Fingal to apply for newly available funding to support them to enhance their digital capability. Minister for Business, Enterprise and Innovation, Heather Humphreys TD has announced that applications are now open for the new Enterprise Ireland €2 million Covid-19 Online Retail Scheme. Deputy Farrell said: “Small and medium retail businesses…

Safeguarding mental health important for us all during Covid-19 restrictions

Dublin Fingal, Fine Gael TD, Alan Farrell has urged people to engage with mental health supports in the community if they are in need of help. Deputy Farrell said, “All of our lives have turned upside down by the current Coronavirus pandemic, many people in our communities are feeling the effects of the consequences and restrictions that have stemmed from…

€1 million secured for anti-dumping resources during Covid-19 Pandemic

Fine Gael TD for Dublin Fingal, Alan Farrell has welcomed the introduction of funding that will tackle illegal dumping during the Covid-19 crisis. €1 million in funding will be ring fenced and will go towards the installation of CCTV in dumping hotspots as well as the removal of waste. Deputy Farrell said, “Sadly, we have seen an increase in illegal-dumping…

€10 million to assist schools and students with virtual learning announced

Dublin Fingal, Fine Gael TD, Alan Farrell has said newly announced measures will provide €10 million in funds for schools to purchase tablets, laptops and other electronic devices that can be used by students during the disruption to the school term. Deputy Farrell explained, “The funds will boost the existing ICT grant package for schools which in January stood at…

Major expansion of supports announced for businesses during Covid-19 emergency

A major expansion of supports for businesses impacted by COVID-19 will be of huge benefit to Fingal during the current emergency. Deputy Farrell said: ‘My Fine Gael colleague, the Minister for Business, Enterprise and Innovation, Heather Humphreys, has announced that a package worth €1 billion in liquidity measures will be made available to businesses to meet the unprecedented difficulties posed…