The cabinet has extended the measures against the corona virus on March 31 until at least April 28 for the catering industry. In addition, the options for applying for a reduction in working hours have been converted to the temporary emergency measure bridging employment (NOW), which is expected to be open to entrepreneurs on 6 April.
Support packages for the catering industry
Numerous breweries, beverage companies, KHN, suppliers and individuals have devised actions to support the catering industry in times of crisis. For example, rent discounts/postponement are given, free courses are offered, wage support is provided, benefit quizzes and catering voucher promotions are offered and assistance is provided in setting up ordering platforms for restaurants and eateries. These support actions can of course all be found on our website: cateringgroningen.nl, so take advantage of it in times of crisis!
In addition to all actions from the industry itself, the government and banks also come up with various support measures for entrepreneurs
Below you will find a handy overview of the Chamber of Commerce with all support options to date.
Everything at a glance
- Temporary Emergency Measure Bridging Employment (NOW) was short-time work
- Temporary bridging scheme for self-employed entrepreneurs (Tozo)
- Allowance for Entrepreneurs Affected Sectors COVID-19 (TOGS): 4.000 euros for entrepreneurs directly affected
- Extended guarantee for SME loans (BMKB)
- Postponement Tax Authorities
- Expansion of the Entrepreneurial Financing Guarantee Scheme (GO)
- Interest discount for small entrepreneurs on microcredit Qredits
- Temporary guarantee for agricultural and horticultural companies
- Tourist tax and culture sector
- SET Covid19: Stimulation of digital care
- Banks grant deferment
- Pension funds
- Package of measures Dutch Customs
- EU initiatives
- What can you do yourself?
Do you have any tips for fellow entrepreneurs or a temporary / adjusted catering concept due to the corona crisis?
Then report it to us joris@horecagroningen.nl