Bounce Back Loans is a new finance offer for small businesses, with 100% government-backing. The scheme is open for applications from 4th May, and businesses can apply online to borrow from £2,000 to £50,000. The funding should be accessible within days of applying. Of course, the loans have to be repaid but they will be interest…
Month: April 2020
COVID-19: Latest HMRC Employer Bulletin
The latest HMRC Employer Bulletin (April 2020, Issue 83) includes the latest update on the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme, along with updates on the Statutory Sick Pay Rebate Scheme and the deferral of VAT payments.
COVID-19: Job Retention Scheme scheduled to go live Monday 20th April
To help businesses get ready to make their claims under the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme when it goes live from Monday 20 April there is now updated guidance on how to calculate your claim and a simple step-by-step guide. There will also be a calculator available when the system goes live to assist checking of calculations online…
COVID-19: Updated guidance for employees, employers and businesses
The previous Government guidance has been recently updated to give more information and clarity on business grant funding and expanded retail discount guidance for local authorities.
Webinars: Coronavirus Advice and Guidance for Businesses
A number of Webinars are now available from a variety of government and business organisations providing practical advice and guidance for businesses during the current crisis. These are designed to support employers, employees and the self-employed through the disruption and you may find these of interest: HMRC YouTube ‘Helping employers to support employees.’ ACAS…
COVID-19: Trusted Sources of Business Support Information
There’s lots of information flying around out there about the current Covid-19 crisis and support for businesses. However, we would suggest these three trustworthy sources should cover all your needs: HM Government Business Support Portal, Harrogate Borough Council Business Support, Federation of Small Businesses Coronavirus Hub
COVID-19: Business Rates Grant Application – CLAIM NOW
Originally the Government and Harrogate Council both said the Coronavirus Business Cash Grants would be paid to qualifying businesses automatically, however this is now NOT the case. Businesses MUST claim them directly; Harrogate Borough Council will not pay it automatically. Eligible local businesses are encouraged to register for the coronavirus grants. Applications are made using…