We know organisations and businesses are experiencing their most challenging circumstances ever due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
To help you in these difficult times, we are rounding up the latest national and local government updates. For links to the latest resources for businesses, employees and personal safety, scroll to the bottom of the page.
Latest news and updates:
New lockdown grants and further financial support for businesses
The news of rising numbers of COVID infections across the country and increased restrictions are a sobering start to the... read more →
January 5, 2021
Kingston moves to Tier 4 restrictions as of Sunday 20 December
Over the weekend, you will have seen the further devastating news announced by the government that Kingston has moved to... read more →
December 21, 2020
Kingston to move to Tier 3 restrictions from Wednesday 16 December
The government has confirmed today that London, including Kingston, will move to Tier 3 level restrictions at 00.01 Wednesday 16... read more →
December 14, 2020
Message from Kirsten Henly and Update on Second Lockdown Announcement
The Prime Minister’s announcement of the four week lockdown, starting on 5 November, will be another devastating blow for so... read more →
November 2, 2020
Kingston First and Kingston Council call on Government to extend closing time
Kingston First and Kingston Council are calling on the government to extend closing time to 11pm based on feedback from... read more →
October 23, 2020
London, including Kingston will move to Tier 2 Covid-19 measures
The government has today announced further restrictions, to help reduce the spread of Covid-19, which will come into force from... read more →
October 15, 2020
Key information & Resources
Information for businesses
- COVID-19: support for businesses | GOV.UK
- Working safely during Coronavirus | GOV.UK
- Information for Kingston businesses | Kingston Council
- Job Retention Scheme | GOV.UK
- Kickstart Scheme | GOV.UK
- COVID-19: Advice and guidance for small businesses and the self-employed | FSB
- Coronavirus (COVID-19): advice for employers and employees | Acas
- Information for hospitality businesses | UK Hospitality
- Information for retail businesses | British Retail Consortium