Scottish Government Nightclub Closure Fund
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Rona Burns
Date Posted:
January 10, 2022
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The Scottish Government Nightclub Closure Fund will provide a one-off payment to support nightclubs in Scotland that had to close as a result of coronavirus (COVID-19) measures in December 2021 and January 2022.
Is my business eligible?
The business must be a nightclub and confirm that:
- It was trading on 22 December 2021
- it has closed as a result of the restrictions currently in place and were closed before 23:59 on 31 December 2021
For the purposes of this grant, a nightclub is defined as an entertainment premise that:
- is open until at least 2am at the weekend (pre-Covid operating hours)
- operates mainly or routinely after 7pm
- uses the majority of its premises as permanent dance floor facilities
- has a permanent DJ performance area/booth
- is licensed for recorded music, dance facilities and live performance (on the question 5 activities matrix within the Premises Licence Operating Plan)
- trades after 1am with music exceeding 85 decibels and more patrons likely to be standing than seated, according to the Premises Licence Operating Plan at 5(g)
- is not open during the day as a bar, pub or restaurant
How much?
The grant is a one-off payment at the rate of:
- £25,000 for premises which have a rateable value of up to and including £40,000
- £35,000 for premises which have a rateable value between £40,001 and £75,000
- £55,000 for premises which have a rateable value of £75,001 or above
Individual ratepayers with more than one business may receive an award for each registered business entity.
How do I apply?
Nightclubs that have previously received support will be contacted and asked to complete an application by 14 January 2022.
Businesses which are registered as a nightclub but have never received COVID-19 funding through their local authority may be eligible for this fund. Additional details will be required in order to assess their eligibility. The Scottish Government will provide further details of this process soon.
Businesses which have not received an invitation to apply by 14 January 2022 and believe they are eligible for support can contact covidbusinesssupport@gov.scot
How long does this take?
Once your application is received you will receive payment within 14 days unless more information is required to confirm your eligibility.
https://findbusinesssupport.gov.scot/service/funding/nightclub-closure-fund
The information in this blog provides only an overview of Scottish Government guidance and legislation in force at the date of publication and no action should be taken without consulting the detailed Scottish Government guidance and legislation or seeking professional advice. Therefore no responsibility for loss occasioned by any person acting or refraining from action as a result of the material contained in this blog can be accepted by the firm.
