Government approves €750,000 support scheme for businesses impacted by Waterford fire

Between 30 and 40 small businesses were affected and around 200 jobs impacted after last week's fire

Fire services tackle the blaze at the Tycor Business Centre.

A €750,000 support scheme has been approved by the Government for businesses and community groups impacted by the recent blaze at the Tycor Business Centre in Waterford City.

The package was signed off by the Government on Friday afternoon and it is aimed at providing financial aid to impacted businesses to help them to continue trading and protect jobs.