Application period for second round of Subsidy Scheme for Beauty Parlours, Massage Establishments and Party Rooms to end on November 1
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     The application period for the second round of the Subsidy Scheme for Beauty Parlours, Massage Establishments and Party Rooms under the Anti-epidemic Fund of the Government will close on November 1 (Sunday). Businesses wishing to apply for the subsidy should submit their application and relevant supporting documents through the Scheme's online application system (bmpsubsidy.gov.hk) before the deadline. The website will cease receiving applications after 11.59pm on November 1. In general, late applications will not be entertained. 
 
     The Scheme opened for application on October 23. As at noon today (October 30), over 8 600 applications have been received. Vetting of applications has already commenced. Disbursement of the subsidy to approved applicants through bank transfers will commence next week.
 
     For enquiries concerning details and the application procedure of the Scheme, applicants can call the telephone hotline (1836 188) or send an email to info@bmpsubsidy.hk.

Ends/Friday, October 30, 2020
Issued at HKT 15:00

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