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:
Update | Government’s ‘Living with Covid’ Plan
This week the government has set out its 'Living with Covid' plan, which will see an end to all Covid... read more →
February 23, 2022
Kingston First join call for financial assistance for UK’s hospitality sector
£4BN LOSS PREDICTED FOR HOSPITALITY SECTOR UKHospitality, Kingston First and the Mayor of London join call for... read more →
December 16, 2021
Budget 2021 Statement
Yesterday’s budget was an opportunity for the government to invest and support businesses and town centres which have been hit... read more →
October 28, 2021
Reflections on Reopening 2021
On 12th April 2021 (week 15), the government's roadmap out of lockdown kicked off, with the reopening of outdoor hospitality... read more →
July 13, 2021
Restart Grants : A Quick Guide
Restart Grants have been key to a lot of businesses in helping them get on their feet. However, it has... read more →
June 14, 2021
Self-Employment Income Support Scheme (Fifth Grant)
The government have announced the fifth iteration of the Self-Employment Income Support Scheme for those who are self-employed or a... read more →
June 14, 2021
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