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The Eat Out to Help Out scheme was announced by the Government to encourage people to get back to eating out. You can now register your business to participate in this scheme.

The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rishi Sunak, presented his ‘Plan for Jobs’ to Parliament on Wednesday 8 July 2020 to outline how the government will boost job creation in the UK. 

To support our local businesses, we want to use the AND Business website to match resources with emerging issues. If your business can offer support, or needs support, please register.

The Economy Minister announced on 8 June that all non-essential goods retailers can re-open from 12 June 2020.

The NI Executive's budget 2020-21 was published on 31 March 2020. It included several rates measures including a rates reduction for businesses.

On 26 March the UK Government announced financial support for individuals who are self-employed and have been negatively affected by COVID-19.

The Health and Safety Executive NI (HSENI) have released Safety Measures advice for businesses during the Coronavirus Pandemic.

Councils are continuing to work with the Department for Economy on a statutory self employment pay scheme.

Business First Online have compiled a series of frequently asked questions about Coronavirus (COVID-19)

By Dave McClements, Managing Director, Core Consulting.