Coronavirus
The measures to handle or financial impacts of COVID-19.
Hospitality sees promising recovery in spring
Business confidence in the sector remains low, however.
Bank of England warns of insolvency crisis among SMEs
Insolvency timings will coincide with end to Government support.
14.5 million jobs supported since pandemic onset
Critics argue millions have been “excluded” from support.
COVID-19 loans hit total value of £80 billion
BBLS applications accounted for the majority of claims.
Post-pandemic job exodus could cost businesses up to £17 billion
The cost equates to £10,076 per business.
Employers start contributing to furlough payments
The furlough scheme begins winding down.
Furlough scheme begins winding down as scheduled
Chancellor Rishi Sunak rejects extension pleas as COVID-19 restrictions extend.
Furlough figures fall to their lowest levels this year
The Treasury said its recovery plan ‘is working’.