Tag: coronavirus
NAJ issues updated retailer and supplier safety guidance ahead of ‘freedom day’
Its updated guidance now includes downloadable posters with and without face mask requirements, reflecting next Monday 19 July's rule change
Government messaging to retailers on ‘freedom day’ restrictions must be ‘clear and consistent’
The 19 July easing of restrictions looks set to go ahead but Boris Johnson must make sure retailers and shoppers are well-informed of changes, demands BRC
Government begins to withdraw Covid business support from today
The government is from today reducing the amount it is contributing towards both the furlough scheme and business rates holidays
Government confirms reopening of jewellers next week
Boris Johnson last night confirmed that the second step of the Government's 'roadmap' out of lockdown will go ahead as planned next week.
From Monday,...
Taylor & Hart given government lifeline with £500k Covid business fund
Taylor & Hart has received £500,000 in loan funding from the Greater London Investment Fund (GLIF) to aid its business during the pandemic.
This includes...
Monica Vinader sees 21% winter turnover boost after securing the business with government loan
London-based brand took advantage of the Coronavirus Large Business Interruption Loan Scheme (CLBILS) via HSBC UK
Give jewellers ‘rents, rates and grants’ support until 12 April reopening, demands BRC
The UK Government has revealed its Covid-19 recovery 'roadmap', under which the Prime Minister hopes that all retailers will be permitted to open from 12 April
High street sales slump continues but can PM’s recovery roadmap rejuvenate retail?
The Office for National Statistics (ONS) has revealed that the UK's retail sales were still in decline in the month of January due to...
Workplace Covid testing opened up to more businesses
Workplace Covid testing is now being offered to smaller companies in the UK whose staff cannot work from home during lockdown, the government has...
Thousands of small businesses win big in pandemic insurance payouts
Thousands of small businesses will receive payouts from insurance companies to cover losses from the coronavirus pandemic, after a court ruled they had been...