The rules have been updated regarding the use of face coverings in England, from 30th November. Masks will be compulsory again in shops and on public transport. Other areas where they will be required include post offices, banks, estate and letting agents, pharmacies, takeaways, transport hubs and driving lessons. These rules do not currently apply […]
As of 04/01/2021, England has been put back into complete lockdown as cases of COVID-19 continue to rise in the face of a new strain of the virus. We urge you to stay home, leaving only for certain reasons and for access to food and essentials. Harborne is still here for you, with many businesses […]
Businesses in the retail, hospitality and leisure sectors are to receive a one-off grant worth up to £9,000, the Chancellor has announced this week. The grants will be issued per property to help businesses through to Spring. An additional £594 million discretionary fund has also been made available to support other impacted businesses outside of […]
The government has announced it will significantly increase the generosity and reach of its winter support schemes to ensure livelihoods and jobs across the UK continue to be protected in the difficult months to come, supporting jobs and helping to contain the virus. Additional funding has been approved to support cash grants of up to […]