Barometer reveals worrying picture for SME manufacturers already hit by Covid-19 Survey shows reduction in volumes, potential job cuts and confusion around Government support. SME manufacturers in England are being hit hard by the Covid-19 pandemic, with 87% of...
WBC Blog – Supporting the NHS
We have all seen and heard some amazing stories of how people and organisations are supporting the NHS, by supplying equipment, food, supplies and many other things that are needed in this extraordinary and troubling time. Locally, we have been able to link up...
BCRS Goes Live with Coronavirus Business Loan Scheme in West Midlands
BCRS Business Loans has gone live with the new Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme (CBILS) as part of its commitment to supporting businesses in the West Midlands that have been affected by the Covid-19 pandemic. The alternative lender became a delivery...
Listen to the WLEP Coronavirus Business Support Podcast.
“Making Connections” is a new series of podcasts and videos to support businesses in Worcestershire launched by the Worcestershire Local Enterprise Partnership (WLEP). Watch the below episode, featuring WLEP Chief Executive, Gary Woodman, and Director of Operations,...
£20m to help boost long-term resilience of Coronavirus impact
Government announces £20 million funding for businesses to help boost the UK's resilience to the long-term impact of the coronavirus and other similar situations in the future (Friday 3 April). Grants of up to £50,000 will be available to technology and...
CORONAVIRUS BUSINESS INTERRUPTION LOAN SCHEME EXPANDED TO BENEFIT MORE SMALLER BUSINESSES ACROSS THE UK
Personal guarantees cannot be taken for any facilities below £250k Insufficient security no longer a condition to access the scheme Personal guarantees may be required for facilities above £250k but capped at 20% of the outstanding balance after business asset...
Growth Hub Coronavirus Business Support Survey
The Worcestershire Growth Hub would like to hear from businesses in the area on the effects the coronavirus has had on business. Please take a moment to complete our brief survey. Your information will assist us in informing government on how Worcestershire...
WhatsApp Information Service Launched by Government
A new service providing coronavirus information through the app WhatsApp has been launched by government. The new free to use service aims to provide official, trustworthy and timely information and advice about coronavirus (COVID-19), and will further reduce the...
Could Your Business Offer Support to Government During Coronavirus Crisis?
Government are requesting support from businesses during the Corona crisis. If your business can offer support during thee crisis, please complete the form at the link below. The support needed includes things like: medical testing equipment medical equipment design...
WBC Blog – Supporting Businesses Through Troubling Times
I don’t think that any of us could have foreseen the events of the last month. Life has changed significantly, and of course from a business perspective, has presented many new challenges. We are here to help all Worcestershire businesses through this changing and...
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