It said on Thursday - the first day of England's second national coronavirus lockdown - that its economic priority remains the same - protecting jobs. The Government had initially extended the CJRS from November 1 until December 2. The scheme, which enables employers to claim support for employees who have been furloughed, was launched in April 2020. The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS) has been extended further, until March 31 2021. Here is a look at how the scheme works and who will be able to benefit: PA Media have produced an excellent Q&A to help answer your questions on how the furlough scheme will work. The extension of the furlough scheme has been described as a lifeline for workers and businesses facing a tough winter as coronavirus restrictions disrupt economic activity He said: “Left unchecked coronavirus will disrupt care.” The chief executive of the NHS in England, Sir Simon Stevens, said the second wave is clearly here and it is serious.
We are giving a further £15 million to councils to offer safe accommodation for rough sleepers or those at risk of becoming homeless.”
We helped 29,000 rough sleepers off the streets. The Prime Minister added: “As we face these challenges together we must look after those most in need.
“We’re also extending our support for the self-employed, we’re giving cash grants to businesses that have closed.” There is light at the end of the tunnel.” These rules will expire and on December 2 we plan to move back into the tier system. Although restrictions are tough, they are time limited. School, universities and nurseries, remain open. He said: “I know how tough this is - for staff on the frontline, for families who can’t meet, for businesses who must shut. Prime Minister Boris Johnson spoke at a press conference this afternoon on the first day of the second lockdown. How do you feel about another national lockdown? Let us know in the comments here.īoris Johnson gives first press conference in second lockdown Outbound international travel will be banned, except for work, and travel within the UK will be discouraged, except for work - overnight stays away from home will be allowed only for work purposes.įor all the latest news surrounding coronavirus in London and the second lockdown, follow the live blog below. Personal care facilities such as hair, beauty and nail salons, and tattoo parlours will also be forced to close, as well as theatres, concert halls, cinemas, museums, galleries, and casinos. London lockdown: Rules for fishing, estate agents, golf, dentists, banks, opticians, and hairdressers.London Covid: 33 people die of coronavirus in London hours before second lockdown.People will not be allowed to meet socially indoors with family or friends unless they are part of your household (or bubble).Īll non essential shops will have to close, along with a long list of indoor and outdoor leisure facilities such as bowling alleys, leisure centres and gyms, sports facilities including swimming pools, golf courses. Under new lockdown rules people will be told to stay at home unless they need to travel for childcare or education, work, exercise, shopping for basic necessities, medical needs or to visit members of your support bubble or provide care for vulnerable people, or as a volunteer.
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