The government is keen to stave off a full second lockdown over fears it could cause the UK's economic recovery to stall or even crash again.
Under the scheme, which launched on May 4 and is available until November 4, firms can get loans worth up to 25% of their turnover, up to a maximum of £50,000. Businesses are then able to pay back the remaining balance over the next five years at a 2.5% interest rate. A HM Treasury spokesperson previously told The Sun: "As we have repeatedly said we keep our package of economic support under constant review.
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