UK STATISTICS There have been more than 14 million confirmed cases of coronavirus in the UK and more than 150,000 people have died, government figures show. Nearly 52 million people have now received a first dose of the vaccine, 90% of people in the UK aged 12 and over. 83% have had their second … [Read more...]
News for: Coronavirus Business Updates
Cheshire East businesses invited to apply for latest round of Covid-19 support grants
Applications have now opened for eligible businesses in the borough to apply to Cheshire East Council to access grants through the government's Omicron Hospitality and Leisure Grant scheme. The scheme, announced by the Chancellor before Christmas 2021, will allow rate-paying hospitality, leisure … [Read more...]
Friday 7th January – Coronavirus News Updates
UK STATISTICS There have been more than 14 million confirmed cases of coronavirus in the UK and more than 149,000 people have died, government figures show. Nearly 52 million people have now received a first dose of the vaccine, 90% of people in the UK aged 12 and over. 83% have had their second … [Read more...]
Government delivers funding to local authorities to provide £700 million in Omicron support grants
The UK government has begun delivering £700 million of funding for local authorities in England to provide additional financial support and grants to businesses affected by the Omicron Covid-19 variant. The funding will allow for local councils to begin providing the dedicated support for the … [Read more...]
Airport operator welcomes relaxation of travel rules
Manchester Airports Group CEO, Charlie Cornish, has welcomed the relaxation of travel rules meaning fully-vaccinated arrivals in the UK no longer need a negative Covid-19 test before departure in order to enter the country. From Sunday 9th January, fully vaccinated travellers entering the UK will … [Read more...]
Wednesday 5th January – Coronavirus News Updates
UK STATISTICS GOV & BBC UK daily data: There have been 13 million confirmed cases of coronavirus in the UK and almost 149,000 people have died, government figures show. Nearly 52 million people have now received a first dose of the vaccine, 90% of people in the UK aged 12 and over. … [Read more...]
£1 billion of support announced for businesses affected by Omicron spread
In response to the rapid spread of the Omicron Covid-19 variant, Chancellor Rishi Sunak has announced a number of financial support measures to support affected businesses. Grants for the hospitality and leisure sector Businesses in the hospitality and leisure sector will be eligible for … [Read more...]
Council increases size of grants available from Covid-19 financial support scheme
Cheshire East Council has increased the amount of support available to businesses from the Business Interruption Fund financial support scheme in response to new 'Plan B' Covid-19 measures. Businesses can now apply from a maximum of £10,000 from the scheme, which last week was extended until … [Read more...]
17th December – Coronavirus News Updates
UK STATISTICS There have been over 11 million confirmed cases of coronavirus in the UK and sadly over 146,000 people have died, government figures show. More than 51 million people have now received a first dose of the vaccine, 89% of people in the UK aged 12 and over. 81.5% have had their second … [Read more...]
15th December – Coronavirus News Updates
UK STATISTICS There have been nearly 11 million confirmed cases of coronavirus in the UK and sadly over 146,000 people have died, government figures show. More than 51 million people have now received a first dose of the vaccine, 89% of people in the UK aged 12 and over. 81% have had their second … [Read more...]
Deadline extended for Cheshire East businesses to apply for Business Interruption Fund grants
Cheshire East Council has extended its deadline for Cheshire East businesses to claim grants from the Business Interruption Fund. The scheme had been due to close to applications on 17th December, but will now run until 28th February in response to the reintroduction of some Covid-19 related … [Read more...]
10th December – Coronavirus News Updates
UK STATISTICS There have been more than 10 million confirmed cases of coronavirus in the UK and sadly over 146,000 people have died, government figures show. More than 51 million people have now received a first dose of the vaccine, 89% of people in the UK aged 12 and over. 81% have had their … [Read more...]