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Broadband Connection Vouchers Scheme

The Broadband Connection Vouchers Scheme will allow Local Small to Medium size Enterprises (SMEs) and social enterprises (with less than 249 employees) to claim grants of up to £3,000 to cover installation of a super-fast broadband service to improve and enhance the way they do business.

Broadband voucher advertWhat are the benefits?

• A more reliable service
• Business growth through increased competitiveness in local and international markets
• Better communication with partners, suppliers, customers and staff
• Reduced costs through more efficient working
• Improved data storage and accessibility
• Faster upload and download for large files.

Eligibility – 4 key rules:

• Valid SME in the postcode area
• New connection must introduce a step change in performance – i.e standard broadband to Fibre or better
• Voucher must fund eligible costs only
• New connection must be from a registered supplier

About the grant:

• Covers many types of connection
• Can only cover connection cost (excl VAT)
• No funding for recurring charges or subscriptions

How to apply:

• Check your eligibility
• Get a quote from a registered supplier
• Complete the application and submit along with a quote
• Apply online via: https://ssl.belfastcity.gov.uk/scb/

For more information, please contact Michael Forster (Downpatrick) or Martin Patterson (Newry) in Newry, Mourne and Down District Council on Tel: 028 4461 0856 or email: connectionvouchers@nmandd.org.

Alternatively you can contact the Connection Voucher Team in Belfast City Council on Tel: 0800 587 4695, web: www.belfastcity.gov.uk/connectionvouchers or e-mail: connectionvouchers@belfastcity.gov.uk

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