MESSAGE FROM OUR CHIEF EXECUTIVE
During these uncertain and worrying times we want our members to know that we are here for you and are determined to provide the most up to date information and support via our website, social media channels, weekly COVID-19 conference calls and direct communication with our team members.

Ros Morgan
ROS MORGAN
CHIEF EXECUTIVE
I am proud of the fact that we have already made headway on our campaigning and lobbying towards government in support of business rates as well as other key asks. We are engaging daily and partnering with wider West End and National bodies to ensure we bring our suggestions and solutions forward in how we can manage and come out of this stronger together.

On behalf of all of us here we wish you all the best and hope that you, your family and friends stay safe.

LATEST UPDATES

11.30.21

COVID-19 Omicron Guidance for members
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03.03.21

Government Spring Budget Announcement 2021/22
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02.25.21

Government Roadmap for Re-opening Announced 22 Feb
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01.04.21

National Lockdown Announced
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KEY GOVERNMENT ADVICE

NEWS BULLETINS

GENERAL BUSINESS SUPPORT AND GUIDANCE

SECTOR SPECIFIC SUPPORT AND GUIDANCE

FAQS

AREA PERFORMANCE REPORTS

KEY GOVERNMENT ADVICE
For the most up-to-date and reliable information, please follow the links below for the latest Government updates and advice:

Government takes decisive action against new COVID-19 variant
COVID-19 Response Spring 2021, published February 2021
Coronavirus (COVID 19)
Coronavirus cases are rising rapidly across the country. Find out what you can and cannot do.
The official UK Government website for data and insights on Coronavirus (COVID-19)
NEWS BULLETINS
With more stringent measures now in place to slow the spread of COVID-19, we remain focused on ensuring public safety and an economically resilient West End.

December 2022
November 2022
October 2022
September 2022
August 2022
We haven’t published a bulletin this month yet, please see previous month.

GENERAL BUSINESS SUPPORT & GUIDANCE
GOVERNMENT BUSINESS SUPPORT WEBSITE
Coronavirus (COVID‑19) support is available to employers and the self-employed, including sole traders and limited company directors. You may be eligible for loans, tax relief and cash grants, whether your business is open or closed.

Use this business support finder to see what support is available for you and your business.

CORONAVIRUS BUSINESS GRANTS
Our local authority, Westminster City Council, is administering two non-discretionary grant schemes and to make payments to businesses from two funding envelopes on a discretionary basis.

To find out if your business is eligible and to apply, click here.

WORKING SAFELY DURING CORONAVIRUS
Find out how to make your workplace COVID-secure. Government has published 14 guides covering a range of different types of work. To access the guidance, click here.

FURLOUGH SCHEME EXTENSION
The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme has been extended until 30 April 2020. If you’ve put an employee on furlough, you can claim for some of your employee’s wages for a longer period. Claims for furlough days in December 2020 must be made by 14 January 2021. View the latest updates on the UK Government website.

HMRC BUSINESS SUPPORT HELPLINE
The Government has opened a new HMRC Business Support Helpline: 0800 024 1222

WESTMINSTER CITY COUNCIL ADVICE AND GUIDANCE FOR BUSINESS, RESIDENTS & VOLUNTEERING
For up to date advice and news from Westminster City Council, please visit the COVID-19 hub here.

SECTOR SPECIFIC SUPPORT & GUIDANCE
FAQS
London streets

We’ve had a number of queries come through from members with regards to operations, lobbying and general communications. We will continue to update this section on a regular basis.

AREA PERFORMANCE REPORTS
Our Area Performance report explores the changes in trends that impact on the performance of our area, allowing your business to plan with confidence and make the most of being in the heart of London.

AREA MAP
Click here to go to Our Area.

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