In recent weeks, many businesses within the hospitality sector have been enjoying a relaxation of COVID-19 restrictions. However, from 24 September 2020 pubs, bars and restaurants will have to close at 10pm, as part of the Government’s attempts to limit … Continue reading
Category Archives: Covid-19
Government to reinforce COVID Secure guidance with new direct legal obligations
To ensure workplaces that remain open prevent the spread of Coronavirus, the Government will introduce a direct legal obligation for businesses in England that requires them to follow the latest guidance to the letter. During his speech to Parliament on … Continue reading
Government to launch new local lockdown grants
Businesses that are required to shut due to local lockdowns could be entitled to claim up to £1,500 in grant funding every three weeks for each premises that is closed. The new grant funding has been created to support those … Continue reading
CBILS ends on 30th September 2020
The Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme (CBILS) has offered important financial support to thousands of businesses across the UK – but it is due to end this month. Although the deadline for accredited lenders to review applications was recently extended … Continue reading
Other news: HM Revenue & Customs issues ‘nudge’ letters to people suspected of having undeclared overseas assets
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has written to people suspected of having undeclared overseas assets, asking them to declare any currently undeclared overseas assets and to complete a certificate declaring the correct tax position. The letters have been generated following … Continue reading
