Coronavirus Extension of Furlough Scheme and Additional Restrictions

The Government announced on 31 October 2020 a further lock down for England commencing on 5 November 2020 to 2 December 2020.  Many businesses will be required to close during this period. We empathise with many businesses where this will have a significant detrimental effect.  We recommend businesses review their cash position and key areas …

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Coronavirus Self-Employment Grants

Last Updated: 5 April 2021 If you are self-employed or a member of a partnership and have been adversely affected by Coronavirus you will potentially qualify for a Self-Employment Income Support Scheme Grant. You can make a claim for the grant at https://www.gov.uk/guidance/claim-a-grant-through-the-self-employment-income-support-scheme. You will require the following details to make a claim: Self Assessment …

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Coronavirus Job Support Schemes

Last Updated: 5 April 2021 Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme – EXTENDED UNTIL THE END OF SEPTEMBER 2021 (Previously March 2021) The government’s Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS) has been extended until the end of September 2021. Key points regarding the extended scheme: Neither the employer nor the employee needs to have previously used the CJRS …

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Coronavirus Business Grants and Support

Last updated: 5 April 2021 Business Grants Businesses required to close in England due to restrictions will be eligible for the following grants: For properties with a rateable value of £15k or under, grants to be £1,334 per month, or £667 per two weeks; For properties with a rateable value of between £15k-£51k grants to …

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Government’s Coronavirus Winter Economy Plan

Coronavirus Winter Economy Plan

The chancellor Rishi Sunak announced the government’s plan to protect jobs and support businesses over the winter months on 24 September 2020. The announcements included the following: A new Job Support Scheme An extension of the Self Employment Income Support Scheme Tourism and hospitality sector VAT cut extension Coronavirus Loan payback terms extended Coronavirus Job …

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Coronavirus Mini Budget – July 2020

Coronavirus mini budget July 2020

The Chancellor Rishi Sunak delivered a mini-budget today as part of the next phase of government support in response to the impact of the Coronavirus on the UK economy. The main aim is to protect, support and create jobs. A summary of the key announcements are detailed below: Job Retention Bonus for employers Employers who …

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Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme

The government’s Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS) will remain open until the end of October 2020. Flexible Furlough Scheme The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme is changing and becoming more flexible. From 1 July 2020 employers will be able to bring back employees that have previously been furloughed for any amount of time while still being …

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Discretionary Grants Fund

THE DISCRETIONARY GRANT FUND IS NOW CLOSED TO NEW APPLICANTS The Discretionary Grant Fund supports small and micro businesses that are not eligible for other grant schemes. Please note the scheme closes for applications at 5:00pm on 15 June 2020. Small and micro businesses with fixed property costs that are not eligible for the Small …

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