Government confirms it will plough £500million into an emergency hardship fund to cover council tax bills for vulnerable people worst affected by coronavirus The money for councils to give tax relief to vulnerable people and households Budget move confirmed by Communities Secretary Robert Jenrick this morning It will be used to reduce the 2020/21 council … Read more
British tourists stranded abroad as the coronavirus pandemic paralyses international travel will be offered emergency loans to get them home, the Government said today amid fears from some that they will be left to ‘live on the streets’. Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab told MPs that the UK was putting pressure on airlines to help lower … Read more
Stock market losses reach £793bn as US Federal Reserve pledges unlimited emergency cash By Lucy White For The Daily Mail Published: 21:50 GMT, 23 March 2020 | Updated: 22:08 GMT, 23 March 2020 More than £60billion was wiped off the stock market yesterday – taking total losses since the coronavirus pandemic hit to £793billion. On … Read more
Couples buy wedding insurance to ensure they will not lose out if forced to cancel their wedding due to unforeseen circumstances. So, does this cover the outbreak of an infectious disease? Yes if the bride or groom or a key member of the wedding party has coronavirus, but no if they are self isolating, says … Read more
Millions of vulnerable households set to get relief on their energy bills after emergency measures are put in place by the Government and suppliers New measures mean vulnerable customers will be kept supplied The Government and suppliers agreed they will help people keep topped up Many will worry about paying their bills during the self … Read more
Government has powers to shut down mass gatherings and will not support them with emergency workers as part of new measures to combat coronavirus In a press conference today the PM said people should avoid mass gatherings He said that people should avoid pubs, clubs, theatres and non-essential travel Mr Johnson said the government does … Read more
Ailing retailer Laura Ashley seeks further £15m rescue loan just weeks after emergency funding deal It was saved from collapse last month by £20m lifeline from US bank Wells Fargo It said it is ‘in advanced discussions with a third-party lender’ But there are fears of the impact of coronavirus By Daily Mail City & … Read more