Researchers examine what impact lockdown has had on those with bone, joint & muscle pain
The University of East Anglia is conducting a new study to discover what effect the…
COVID-19 GRANTS: Analysis reveals which local authorities have paid out the most & least in cash grants
New analysis of government data relating to vital cash grants for small businesses has revealed…
Temporary community hospital established to rehabilitate those recovering from COVID-19
A temporary community hospital has been established in Surrey by NHS England to provide rehabilitation…
Councils given additional funding to award grants to small businesses hit-hard by lockdown
The government has set up a discretionary fund for local authorities to award additional financial…
OFFICIAL: MDR postponed by one year as industry enjoys a slight reprieve
After the EU Commission’s proposal to delay Medical Device Regulation (MDR) due to the coronavirus…
Life after lockdown: BRC advice on how to implement social distancing in retail shops
As the government prepares to update the nation on whether coronavirus lockdown measures can be…
Draft government plan suggests new workplace rules may be imposed to lift lockdown
A draft government roadmap to reopening the country after the lockdown has indicated some of…
[UPDATE] New lifeline for small businesses as 100% government backed loan scheme launches today
The government's 'Bounce Back Loan Scheme' has launched today, enabling Britain’s small businesses to apply…
Wheelchair users among disabled shoppers planning to launch class action against supermarkets
After hundreds of disabled shoppers complained that supermarkets have refused to provide assistance during the…
PPE becomes VAT free for three months as the prime minister signals a change in face mask policy
From today, the Treasury has applied a zero-rate of VAT to the sales of personal…