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Business Grants Update
Below is the latest on the various grants for businesses in the London Borough of Bromley impacted by Covid-19.
LRSG (open) scheme now open for applications
The LRSG (open) scheme will remain open for two weeks and funding will be allocated on a first come first served basis.
Watch Back: Bromley Business Grants Session Webinar
On 5th February, Bromley Council hosted a live online information session to discuss the various grants schemes available to local businesses. Watch the session back here.
Insurers must pay small firms for Covid lockdown losses
Tens of thousands of small businesses will receive insurance payouts covering losses from the first national lockdown, following a court ruling.
COVID-19 vaccination scam alert
The Met Police have advised of cases of fraudulent calls and text messages offering the COVID-19 vaccination.
Brexit: Actions to keep business moving
Following the signing of the UK – EU Trade Agreement, there are new rules for businesses which came into force on 1st January 2021 which require immediate action.
£4.6 billion in new lockdown grants to support businesses
Following calls for further support, businesses in the retail, hospitality and leisure sectors are to receive a one-off grant worth up to £9,000, the Chancellor has announced.
Businesses & Venues in Lockdown 3
On January 4th, the Prime Minister announced an Enlgand wide lockdown would come into force at midnight. Below is a list of businesses and venues which are required to close/may remain open in line with the latest restrictions.
BID provides additional public sanitiser stations
To help control the spread of the virus and as part of the BID's work to create a safe and welcoming environment for residents, Orpington 1st have installed additional sanitiser stations for general pubilc use in the town centre.
Local Restriction Support Grant (closed)
Central Government is providing local authorities with funds to pay eligible businesses Local Restricion Support Grants (closed). This is a grant for businesses that pay business rates and have been told by government that they mu
Furlough and loan schemes extended
The furlough scheme has been extended until the end of April 2021 with the government continuing to contribute 80% towards wages, the Chancellor has announced.
BID calls for essential support for Retail, Hospitality & Leisure businesses
Orpington 1st BID has joined a nationwide campaign calling on the government to provide additional support for our Retail, Hospitality, and Leisure businesses. Read Orpington 1st's letter, sent last week, to Gareth Bacon MP below.
Get Your Businesss On Google
Setting up your free Google My Business Account lets you easily connect with customers across Google Search and Maps.
Extended licence period for new Pavement Licence
Following Orpington 1st BID conversations with Bromley Council the licence period for the new pavement licence has been doubled, from 6 months to 12 months.
Working safely during coronavirus (COVID-19)
The government, in consultation with industry, has produced guidance to help ensure that employers, employees and the self-employed understand how to work safely during the coronavirus pandemic.