Current Affairs

Small businesses face a “hugely difficult” winter.

4,359 applications were received from employers across Great Britain.

COVID-19 crisis leaves the sector at 4.53 million self-employed individuals.

£14 billion could be raised by doubling rates and cutting exemptions.

Take-up of the scheme was “larger than expected”.

ONS reported a 4.8% increase for the three months to September.

The scheme is due to take effect from 2023.

Employees to receive 80% of salary for hours not worked.

Stock of Government bonds will increase to £875 billion.

Borrowers have until 31 January 2021 to request a payment deferral.