MP congratulates Things Made Public CIC and the Towngate Theatre In July the Government announced an unprecedented £1.57 billion funding package to support the cultural, creative and heritage sectors through the pandemic. This funding has supported at least 75,000 jobs nationwide, with further reach across the supply chain and for freelancers who are benefitting...
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MP says Government will protect customers from gambling harms The Government is launching a review of the gambling laws, to ensure they are right for the digital age. Whilst millions gamble responsibly, the Gambling Act 2005 may no longer be sufficient to regulate an industry which has evolved quickly in recent years. This major...
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MP welcomes sensible decision Following the restrictions on non-essential retail in November, the Government is temporarily relaxing shop opening hours from Monday to Saturday. Although there are no national restrictions on retail opening hours on these days, there can be local planning restrictions. The Government has made clear that local planning authorities should ensure...
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MP: There will be changes regardless of trade agreement The transition period will end on 31st December, at which point the UK leaves the EU Single Market and Customs Union. Regardless of the outcome of the negotiations with the EU, there will be changes which we should all prepare for. Businesses which import and...
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MP welcomes support for unemployed The Government’s Spending Review, announced in the House of Commons this afternoon by the Chancellor, Rt Hon Rishi Sunak MP, first of all set out how the Government will continue to respond to the coronavirus pandemic. The Chancellor also set out how the Government will deliver stronger public services,...
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MP says this paves way for next trade talks The United Kingdom and Canada have in principle agreed a rollover trade agreement, ensuring that around £42 million in tariffs which would have applied in the event of no deal being avoided as the UK leaves the Transition Period. This provides certainty for British and...
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MP: Britain well placed to become a world leader This morning the Prime Minister has set out his ten-point plan for a green industrial revolution, creating 250,000 jobs and helping to re-build the economy in a greener way after the coronavirus pandemic has passed. This revolution will cover clean energy, transport, nature and innovative...
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MP: measures build on £200 billion of support since March Given the new national restrictions to slow the spread of the coronavirus, the Government has today announced further support for jobs and businesses. This includes extending the furlough scheme still further, now until the end of March 2021. The Job Retention Bonus will not...
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MP: Government will continue to support jobs and businesses Following the Government’s decision to implement new national restrictions to help slow the spread of the coronavirus, the Treasury has announced further measures to support businesses and jobs during this period. The furlough scheme is being extended to 2nd December, with eligible employees receiving 80%...
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MP says Government will continue to offer support This afternoon the Chancellor announced increased financial support for businesses and workers, in particular for those in the High Tier areas such as Essex. The Jobs Support Scheme Open will have its employer contribution for unworked hours reduced to 5%, and the minimum hours requirements will...
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