by Leanna Forse | Aug 5, 2021 | Coronavirus, News
From BID members The Works in Station Street We can all agree there has been a massive shift in the way we are working, due to the restraints of Covid. However, now our freedoms are being realised once again, can we really see people going back to committed hours in a...
by Leanna Forse | Jul 30, 2021 | Coronavirus, News
Are you re-opening your business, or planning to do so shortly? If you’re bringing back your employees part time, you can claim furlough flexibly for them under the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS), part of the UK Government’s Plan for Jobs. Claims are...
by Leanna Forse | Jul 20, 2021 | Coronavirus, News
Submit your CJRS claims for July CJRS claims for July can now be submitted and must be made by Monday 16 August. You can claim 70% of your furloughed employees’ usual wages for the hours not worked, up to a cap of £2,187.50 per month. You’ll need to pay the...
by Leanna Forse | Jul 15, 2021 | Coronavirus, News
Notes from Eastbourne COBRA Meeting – 14th July 2021 Tim Whelan Council Update66% rates relief – 813 businesses were eligible for 100% relief but only 424 have applied for 66% discount. This is for larger hospitality, leisure and retail businesses as those with...
by Leanna Forse | Jul 6, 2021 | Coronavirus, News
Yesterday, the Prime Minister hosted a press conference to set out plans for the final step of the Roadmap in England. Step 4 is expected to begin on Monday the 19th of July if the Government’s “four tests” for easing COVID restrictions have been met. This...
by Leanna Forse | Jul 2, 2021 | Coronavirus, News
The Revi-VE grant fund is offering small 100% grants of between £1,000 – £3,000 to visitor economy businesses. The fund is designed to inject businesses with the financial investment they need to respond to the changed market conditions through innovation and...
