As we head into May, there is much debate about when the UK will begin to see a relaxation of the lockdown. We are hearing that construction companies and car franchises, to name but two sectors, plan to reopen in

Following confirmation of a three week extension to the UK lock down, we review latest developments and provide reminders of key issues to bear in mind for the next few weeks. This briefing note provides updates and commentary on the

As we head towards an unusual Easter weekend, there are comparatively few new developments or announcements affecting business and finance. We see in the media that there are some suggestions that the government is considering a review of the lock

As we end the third week of the crisis impacting the UK, some issues are becoming clearer and most of us are getting used to the notion that things are likely to be this way for some while yet. This

This briefing note provides further and new information available as of today’s date. In this note, we will cover: Small business grants: update Guidance to landlords (and tenants) Reminder on social distancing Wrongful trading rules Self-employment Support Scheme and self

This briefing note follows on from the update yesterday (26 March). In this note, we will cover: Support for the self-employed Update on the Job Retention Scheme Support for the self-employed You will be aware that the Chancellor announced a

This note follows on from our last update on 21 March. It comes at a time when we are awaiting an announcement of further support from the Government for the self-employed and freelancers. Points covered below are: Coronavirus Job Retention

This note follows on from our last update on 18 March. It comes on the back of the announcement yesterday of further support from the Government and summarises the latest information that we are aware of. Points covered below are:

With the Government recommending those that can should work from home, it is important to note that for some people it’s not the perfect set up. There is the obvious advantage of no commuting. Whilst technology means we can have

Below are some key Government websites where you can access the latest information: Government action plan: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/coronavirus-action-plan Guidance on social distancing and stay at home: https://www.gov.uk/government/topical-events/coronavirus-covid-19-uk-government-response Travel advice: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/travel-advice-novel-coronavirus Support for businesses: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/guidance-to-employers-and-businesses-about-covid-19/covid-19-support-for-businesses Tax helpline to support businesses who are

The purpose of this note is to provide an update on the information circulated yesterday. You will undoubtedly be aware that the government issued further announcements yesterday afternoon. Unfortunately, the overall picture remains quite unclear in terms of implementation of