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UPDATE ON EFFECTS OF COVID-19 ON ROCHDALE TOWN CENTRE 01/04/2020

Rochdale BID want to keep you updated with the latest news, information and advice during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Please check our website daily for more updates for businesses and website individuals.

Don’t forget that business can now apply for a cash grant to support them through the coronavirus pandemic. The grant claim form can be downloaded here:

http://www.rochdale.gov.uk/business-and-industry/business-advice-and-support/Pages/business-grants-and-loans.aspx

Further details about the grants can be found here:

https://www.gov.uk/government/news/high-street-benefits-from-22-billion-grants-and-business-rates-package

Over 10,000 businesses have already successfully applied for the three-month (automatic and immediate) extension to the filing of their accounts following a fast-track online process. Business can apply here. https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-more-time-to-file-your-companys-accounts

Government is asking for coronavirus (COVID-19) support from businesses. They are looking for businesses who can provide: medical testing equipment, medical equipment design, protective equipment for healthcare workers, such as masks, gowns and sanitiser, hotel rooms, transport and logistics, for moving goods or people, manufacturing equipment, warehouse or office space, for medical use or storage, expertise or support on IT, manufacturing, construction, project management, procurement, engineering or communications and social care or childcare. Businesses are being asked to complete this form if they can help. https://www.gov.uk/coronavirus-support-from-business

Useful Links

UK Government – Coronavirus: latest information and advice

UK Government - COVID-19: guidance for employers and businesses

UK Government – Coronavirus business support

National Health Service - Coronavirus (COVID-19) 

Acas – Coronavirus advice for employers and employees

World Health Organization – Getting your workplace ready for COVID-19

If you have any queries regarding the support which his currently being offered, please don’t hesitate to contact me on 07811 278517.

Paul Ambrose

 

BID Manager

01 Apr 2020