As Consultant Practices continue to focus on ‘getting back to normal’ over the Summer months, there have been a number of further extensions, updates and announcements made by the Government in recent weeks – impacting various grants and other existing support measures

From 1st July 2021, there are new VAT rules across the EU for e-commerce businesses i.e. simplifying the administration for businesses that sell goods online or run an online marketplace SCARP legislation passed by the Oireachtas

Recently the SCARP (Small Company Administrative Rescue Process) Bill passed all legislative stages in the Oireachtas and will now go the President for signature into law.

This is good news for small businesses who find themselves in distress. This law will bring in efficient and timely restructuring for those companies worst hit by the devastation of Covid-19 and is a huge step forward in improving the business environment for entrepreneurs and small business owners.

And also worth checking out how SEAI energy audits can help practices with tailored recommendations to reduce energy bills and how you can avail of a €2,000 voucher, and perhaps check out the Go-2-Tender Award winning programme from InterTradeIreland.