Month: June 2020

As part of the government’s support for businesses during COVID-19, HMRC gave businesses the option of deferring their VAT payments if they were unable to pay on time, without incurring late payment interest or penalties. Payment of VAT falling due between 20‌‌ March and 30‌‌ June 2020 can be deferred until 31‌‌ March 2021. You must…

The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (furlough) will change from 1 July. Updated guidance on flexible furloughing (part-time work) and how to calculate claims for employees wages has now been published by government. Click here for updated guidance on Furlough Claims.

Details on how to claim a second and final grant through the Self-Employment Income Support Scheme (SEISS) are now available. An extension of the SEISS will enable an eligible business to make a claim this August, for up to £6,570. Claims for the first grant, of up to £7,500, must be made on or before 13 July.…

The June 2020 edition of Chamber Chat is available here.

Harrogate Borough Council will be working with partners to develop an action plan that supports the safe reopening of high streets in the Harrogate district to help the local economy.  Local authorities nationwide have recently been allocated money to help create and promote a safe trading environment for businesses and customers. The Reopening High Streets…