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Driving the Change to Greener Vehicles: Apply for Funding

Posted: 22 June 2020

Businesses can apply for a share of £15 million to support the development of zero emission vehicle technologies and a supporting supply chain.

Business Groups Urging to Relax Strict Quarantine Rules

Posted: 11 June 2020

More than 20 of the UK's largest business, education and tourism bodies have urged the government to introduce "travel corridors" with low-risk countries and health screening for visitors to Britain to boost the economy.

Furlough Scheme Extended Until October

Posted: 13 May 2020

From August, furloughed workers will be able to return to work part-time with employers being asked to pay a percentage towards the salaries of their furloughed staff.

Final Details of Coronavirus Large Business Interruption Loan Scheme Unveiled

Posted: 21 April 2020

This scheme helps large businesses affected by coronavirus (COVID-19) to access loans of up to £25 million.

Government Announces a New Scheme for Larger Companies

Posted: 3 April 2020

The Chancellor Rishi Sunak has taken further action today to support firms affected by the coronavirus crisis by bolstering business interruption loans for small businesses and announcing a new scheme for larger companies.

Almost £400m Provided to Keep England’s Buses Running

Posted: 3 April 2020

Greater funding will help keep bus routes running during the coronavirus pandemic.

Vehicle Owners to Be Granted MOT Exemption for 6 Months

Posted: 30 March 2020

Temporary exemption will enable vital services to continue, frontline workers to get to work, and people to get essential food and medicine during the coronavirus outbreak.

Employers to Claim for Temporary Leave Wage Costs for 3 Months

Posted: 26 March 2020

Find out if you’re eligible and how much you can claim to cover wages for employees on temporary leave (“furlough”) due to coronavirus (COVID-19).

Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme (CBILS) Is Now Available Through Participating Lenders

Posted: 23 March 2020

The scheme will help smaller businesses withstand disruptions caused by the coronavirus outbreak.

Competition Laws Relaxed for Supermarkets to Cooperate During Coronavirus Pandemic

Posted: 19 March 2020

The government is temporarily relaxing elements of competition law as part of a package of measures to allow supermarkets to work together to feed the nation.

COVID-19: Support for Businesses

Posted: 17 March 2020

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak has set out a package of temporary, timely and targeted measures to support public services, people and businesses through the period of disruption caused by the coronavirus.

Coronavirus Can Halve Global Economy Growth, Says OECD

Posted: 2 March 2020

The impact of the Covid-19 outbreak on economic prospects is severe and must be limited by coordinated action.

Small Firms Seek More Flexibility in New Immigration System

Posted: 1 March 2020

Small businesses face challenges in hiring new employees under the new UK's points-based immigration system that will take effect from 1 January 2021.

Coronavirus Outbreak Weighs Heavily on Businesses Around the World

Posted: 27 February 2020

The deadly novel coronavirus that has devastated the Chinese economy is having a ripple effect across the globe.

Major Package of Support for Storm-Hit Areas

Posted: 19 February 2020

Government announces thousands of pounds of support including grants, council tax relief and business rate relief for people and businesses in areas affected by flooding.

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