Enterprise minister hints at new package for SMEs despite underwhelming number of applicants for a separate support

There was a jump in applications for Phased Payment Arrangements (PPAs) ahead of the May 1 deadline to address remaining warehoused debt.

Mr Burke said his department is working with Social Protection Minister Heather Humphreys and Minister for Higher Education Patrick O'Donovan "to put a package on the table for the SME sector", details of which are set to emerge by the end of this month. Pic: Sasko Lazarov/© RollingNews.ie

Newly appointed Enterprise Minister Peter Burke suggested additional SME supports are being ironed out by government despite underwhelming application figures for the Increased Cost of Doing Business Grant among small firms.

Mr Burke said his department is working with Social Protection Minister Heather Humphreys and Minister for Higher Education Patrick O'Donovan "to put a package on the table for the SME sector", details of which are set to emerge by the end of this month.