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Businesses who cannot trade because of national coronavirus restrictions are being reminded they can access grants of up to £3,000 with more than £1million already handed out.

Cash sums of up to £3,000 are being offered to businesses across Dudley borough as the latest round of coronavirus support grants launches.

There are just a few days left for small businesses to see if they are eligible for cash grants as part of a pot worth more than £1million.

Small businesses have a second chance to claim vital cash grants after more than £1million was given out in the first round of funding.

Reduced council tax bills will be sent out to low income households over the next few weeks as part of a £3million help package.

Finance chiefs have hailed Dudley as “ahead of the curve” after £50,000 of financial support was given to businesses in Halesowen.

Businesses across Dudley borough are receiving a £69million boost from a “double-barrelled” rescue package.

A new helpline has been set up offering benefits advice for people in the borough affected by the coronavirus outbreak.