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Apr 17

Lockdown and Job Retention Scheme extensions and more new guidance

Click here to download a PDF of our latest weekly Keeping You Informed newsletter, or read it below. We’ve detailed a summary of updates this week, including yesterday’s confirmation from Government that the lockdown and social distancing restrictions will be in place for ‘at least three weeks’. There has... read more →
  • April 17, 2020
Apr 16

A message from Councillor Caroline Kerr, Leader of Kingston Council

Before the Easter weekend, Caroline Kerr, Leader of Kingston Council, sent a message to Kingston businesses as part of our new Voices for Kingston series. Council staff have been working hard to process applications for business grants. Over £15.3m of grants have now been paid to businesses that are eligible... read more →
  • April 16, 2020
Apr 07

Businesses in Kingston upon Thames lift community spirit

Businesses across Kingston upon Thames are providing food delivery services, virtual experiences and online tutorials to support Londoners during the Covid-19 pandemic. To highlight this important effort, we put together a press release showcasing some of the many stories of resilience in the town centre. Thanks to the Surrey Comet... read more →
  • April 7, 2020
Apr 03

Kingston First Covid-19 (Coronavirus) news bulletin

Chancellor announces overhaul to £30 billion Coronavirus Business Loans and other updates We have detailed a summary of updates announced this week, including on the Chancellor’s announcement today of further action he has taken in relation to the Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme (CBILS).  We have included other updates this week... read more →
  • April 3, 2020
Mar 27
Mar 20

An update on further financial support and social distancing measures

This evening, Friday 20 March, the government have announced further social distancing measures and a further package of financial measures to support businesses and employees during the Coronavirus pandemic. We’re outlining these below. The Chancellor’s full statement on the financial measures announced can be found here. Further guidance is expected... read more →
  • March 20, 2020
Mar 19
Mar 17

Kingston First statement on Covid-19 pandemic

As we face the unprecedented circumstances of the Covid-19 pandemic, we understand the concerns Kingston First members and staff will be feeling at this uncertain time. I wanted to get in touch with you to summarise the work we at Kingston First will be undertaking in the coming weeks to... read more →
  • March 17, 2020
Feb 26

Celebrating Kingston After Dark

This spring, we're shining a spotlight on Kingston's fantastic evening offer, highlighting our town's selection of restaurants, watering holes and entertainment venues. Make the most of your evening out in Kingston by taking advantage of some brilliant discounts and offers running from 24 February until Sunday 22 March. From dinner... read more →
  • February 26, 2020
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