Is based in England
Occupies property on which it pays business rates (and is the ratepayer)
Has been required to close because of the national lockdown from 5th January 2021 onwards, or between 5th November and 2nd December 2020
Has been unable to provide its usual in-person customer service from its premises
You continue to operate during the lockdown period because you do not depend on providing direct in-person services from your premises (e.g. accountants)
You have chosen to close, but have not been required to close as part of national restrictions
Your business is in administration, insolvent or has been struck off the Companies House Register
You have exceed the permitted subsidy level
