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Apr- 2020 -21 AprilCoronavirus
OATA urges government to clarify guidelines for aquatic retailers amid Covid-19 crisis
The CEO of the Ornamental Aquatic Trade Association (OATA) has written to the government to clarify whether furloughed staff can…
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20 AprilCoronavirus
Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme portal goes live
The portal for the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme is now live, with the government saying that businesses with validated claims…
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17 AprilRetailers
Bira welcomes additional support for Scottish retailers
Bira has welcomed a move by the Scottish Government to give additional financial support to small retail businesses. Scottish Ministers…
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16 AprilEconomy
Government extends lockdown for ‘at least’ three more weeks
The government has announced an extension to the coronavirus lockdown for “at least” a further three weeks. The decision was…
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16 AprilVeterinary
BVA responds to stray dogs study regarding Covid-19 crisis
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has released a statement regarding a paper published in Molecular Biology and Evolution that puts…
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9 AprilRetailers
BIRA fight ‘anomaly’ in government grant funding
The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) is highlighting an ‘anomaly’ in government grant funding meaning small independent retailers could be…
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9 AprilEconomy
AAB calls on government to enhance support for businesses
Accountancy firm Anderson Anderson and Brown (AAB) has called on the UK Government to implement a series of “wide-reaching” measures…
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8 AprilCoronavirus
Average UK SME does not have enough cash to cover debts due in 2021, says UHY
The average UK SME does not have enough cash to cover debts due in the next year, according to new…
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8 AprilRetailers
CFSG issues new guidelines for pet businesses operating during Covid-19 pandemic
The Canine and Feline Sector Group (CFSG) has issued new guidance for pet businesses operating during the coronavirus pandemic to…
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3 AprilRetailers
Covid-19: Bira welcomes call for more loan access
A government pledge to pressure banks into supporting small business during the coronavirus pandemic has been welcomed by the Pet…
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