Castle Point MP Rebecca Harris has welcomed the opening of the next round of Regional Growth Fund applications. £350 million has been made available from the Fund, set up by the Government, to help businesses grow and kick start the economy.

A total of £2.6 billion has already been invested in businesses across the country.  

The fund has already had a huge effect across the East of England, with £339  million already invested in local businesses, supporting65,095 jobs.

Mrs Harris commented:

“I want to encourage all businesses in Castle Point to take advantage of this next round of investment from the Regional Growth Fund. The £350 million of investment will really help businesses grow and could support thousands of new jobs, which would be great news for our local economy. To find out if your business is eligible visit: www.gov.uk/understanding-the-regional-growth-fund for more information.

This fund is part of the Government’s relentless drive to support economic growth across the country and tackle the huge budget deficit. This is in addition to boosting investment in apprenticeships, making it easier to create new businesses, cutting regulation and supporting existing firms.”