Businesses given more time to repay lockdown loans
The Government has granted businesses greater flexibility in repaying lockdown loans, in a move that will give many “valuable breathing space”.
Archives for February 8, 2021
Hospitality ‘potential saviour’ of high streets facing ‘domino effect of closures’
Greater Manchester’s night-time economy adviser, Sacha Lord, has highlighted the potential for continued high street decline if space vacated by retail stalwarts is allowed to remain empty.
Opinion
‘Current lockdown is having a more significant impact than the previous ones’
Following the announcement of a third national lockdown, we had low expectations for January.
Two fifths of operators back another EOTHO scheme, survey says
Some 61% of operators would support another scheme similar to Eat Out to Help Out (EOTHO) when reopen, an industry poll has found.
Opening pubs with alcohol ban is ‘not reopening at all’
The trade has reacted to rumours that the Government is considering scrapping 10pm curfew and substantial meal measures as well as barring reopened pubs from selling alcohol.
Carlsberg predicts 'dramatic surge' in demand
Carlsberg's CEO is expecting a surge in demand this summer similar to a boom seen a century ago as more people are vaccinated and lockdowns lift, according to reports in The Financial Times.
‘Not even a shred of guidance’ for Israel’s hospitality businesses despite world-leading vaccine rollout
Amid continued speculation over post-lockdown plans for UK pubs, bars and restaurants, The MA discussed the resumption of trade in Israel against the backdrop of a world-leading vaccine programme.