new Covid-19 restrictions
A summary of the 5 additional Covid-19 restrictions announced by the Prime Minister today.
New grants for businesses affected by local lockdowns
Government has announced that businesses in England required to shut because of local lockdown interventions will now be able to claim a grant of up to £1,500 per property every three weeks.
Further support needed for SMEs
Against a backdrop of rising Covid infections and a reduction in government support, will SMEs be able to survive cashflow pressures and Covid debt burdens? Much needed help may be on the way as the CBI and financial services sector call for change.
Kickstart leaves SMEs confused
Outline of the Kickstart scheme, eligibility criteria and links to DWP contacts for employers who wish to take part following initial concerns that those offering less than 30 placements could not access information.
Self-isolation on return to the UK
We look at current government guidance on self-isolation on return to the UK and how employers should respond.