Security grants for up to £6K available for businesses across Wakefield - here's how to apply
Even more businesses across the district can now apply for a grant from Wakefield Council to help improve shop security measures.
The Shop Security Grant Scheme offers businesses on high streets in each of the district’s town centres up to £6,000 to invest in security improvements to their premises, aimed at preventing crime and deterring anti-social behaviour.
The scheme is now expanding to include businesses in Featherstone, Hemsworth, Horbury, Knottingley, Ossett, and Pontefract.
It will continue to be available on high streets in Castleford, Normanton, South Elmsall and Wakefield city centre on a first-come, first-served basis.
The scheme offers grants of up to 80 per cent towards the cost of security improvements – up to a maximum of £6,000.
To be eligible for grant funding, upgrade proposals must be a minimum of £3,750.
Improvements can include installing security shutters, fitting or upgrading intruder alarms, adding CCTV, and more.
So far, £116,000 has been allocated to 21 properties for improvements as part of the grant scheme.
Combined with investment from businesses, this means that - to date - almost £170,000 is being spent on keeping our high streets secure.
Coun Michael Graham, Cabinet Member for Regeneration and Economic Growth, said: “I’m pleased to see that more businesses can now get help to make their shops safer against crime and anti-social behaviour.
“Not only will it support premises to be more secure, but it also supports safe shopping for customers and a safe environment for staff. It could even help bring down insurance premiums for businesses.
More information and source here.