The employment team at Cheshire law firm, SAS Daniels, has seen a large increase in enquiries from businesses in the North West. Since Monday, SAS Daniels, which has offices in Chester, Congleton, Macclesfield, and Stockport, has seen a 55% increase in calls for advice from business owners. Of … [Read more...]
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24/03: Coronavirus News – UK enters Lockdown
Prime Minister Boris Johnson and the UK Government have taken more drastic steps to address the escalation of Coronavirus by introducing a mandatory Lockdown. Addressing the nation yesterday evening Mr Johnson said that without these drastic measures, many more thousands of people will become ill … [Read more...]
23 March: Coronavirus News – latest Government updates:
Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme: Friday evening, 20th March, saw the announcement of the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme offering grant support to cover 80% of salary costs of anyone not working due to Coronavirus Deferred VAT and Self-Assessment payments: VAT payments have been … [Read more...]
23/03: Covid-19 – Support is available for business
Christian Mancier, Partner at Stockport based Gorvins, gives an update on the support available for businesses during the Coronavirus outbreak. The pace at which things are moving in response to Covid-19 is simply staggering and almost impossible to keep track of. Since my last piece on … [Read more...]
23/03: Supermarkets action during Coronavirus outbreak
Which supermarkets are offering special slots for health workers and elderly shoppers? Asda: - exclusive access in larger stores for NHS workers from 8am-9am, Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Iceland - some stores opening early for elderly and vulnerable shoppers; varies by store, so check … [Read more...]
20/03: Summary of updates following Government press call at 5pm
This evening, the Prime Minister and Chancellor outlined the next phase on the steps being untaken to help workers whose livelihoods have been affected by the Coronavirus outbreak and new measures to stem the spread of the disease. Closure of Cafés, pubs and bars: The PM - Boris Johnson - … [Read more...]
Changes to Bus & Rail Services affecting Stockport
Changes have been announced that will affect local bus and rail services to address the impact of Covid-19 regarding staff availability, reduced overall demand and the recently announced Key Worker provision. Please note that while non-essential travel is being discouraged, peak time … [Read more...]
Friday 20th March – Latest update regarding Coronavirus Outbreak
Education: From today, schools and colleges will close to most pupils and students until further notice except for the children of key workers As a country, we all need to do what we can to reduce the spread of the COVID-19 virus. That is why the government has given clear guidance … [Read more...]
Thursday 19th March: Latest update regarding Coronavirus Outbreak
The Government has set out a package of temporary, timely and targeted measures to support public services, people and businesses through this period of disruption caused by COVID-19. Business Support: a statutory sick pay relief package for SMEsa 12-month business rates holiday for … [Read more...]
19 March – Coronavirus Daily Update
School closures The Education Secretary Gavin Williamson has announced that all schools in England will close from the end of Friday, except for the children of key workers and those with complex special educational needs. The closures will impact a large number of businesses whose workers … [Read more...]
What support is available for business affected by Covid-19?
Christian Mancier, Corporate/Commercial Partner at Stockport law firm, Gorvins Solicitors, outlines what key support is available for businesses, both from government and measures being taken by private businesses, who may be facing pressure and uncertainty as Covid-19 takes its toll on UK … [Read more...]
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