National Lockdown COVID Business Advice and Support
Updated 11th August 2021
We provide updated information when available.
COVID-19 Self-Isolation Guidance for Businesses
Updated 11th August 2021
Some useful information and links to NHS details regarding self-isolation for businesses.
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Covid-19 Prevention Training Courses
Updated 10th August 2021
Social Enterprise Kent (SEK) are delivering FREE Covid-19 Prevention Training 3-hour courses starting 12th August to 6th September.
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Covid-19 Lifting Restrictions 19th July
Updated 28th July 2021
Moving to Step 4 of the roadmap.
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Apply for a coronavirus Bounce Back Loan
Updated 16th February 2021
The Bounce Back Loan Scheme (BBLS) enables smaller businesses to access finance more quickly during the coronavirus outbreak.
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Pay VAT deferred due to COVID-19
Updated 16th February 2021
Find out how to pay VAT payments deferred between 20 March and 30 June 2020. You can pay now or get ready to join the VAT deferral new payment scheme.
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National Lockdown COVID Business Grants and Support
Updated 6th November 2020
The Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy has updated the funding available for business support grants during the current period of national lockdown, 5 November to 2 December.
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COVID-19 – Adult Social Care Infection Control Fund
Updated 6th November 2020
The Adult Social Care Infection Control Fund is worth £600 million and supports care providers in reducing the rate of COVID-19 transmission.
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COVID-19 National Restrictions 5th November to 2nd December NEW
Updated 2nd November 2020
UK Government have provide additional information and guidance in relation to the recently announced national restrictions that come into force from Thursday 5th November. To understand what the new restrictions mean and for more information click here
Job Retention Bonus Scheme Extended NEW
Updated 31st March 2020
In support of the new national restrictions announced that come into force on Thursday 5th November, the Job Retention Scheme has been extended.
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Support for the self-employed
Updated 2nd November 2020
Following the announcement of further restrictions an update to SEISS has been announced. More information can be found here.
Government Business Loans
Updated 31st March 2020
Detail of specific loans available to support businesses
Bounce Back Loans
Updated 29th April 2020
The government has announced the launch of a 100% guaranteed loan between £2k and £50k.
Local Telephone Helpline
Updated 31st March 2020
FHDC in conjunction with Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce launch a Helpline for businesses.
FHDC Business Support Programme
Updated 31st March 2020
Folkestone & Hythe District Council launch a 6-8 week business support programme for independent retail and hospitality businesses
Business rates and HMRC information
Updated 31st March 2020
Business support information specific to business rates and HMRC related information
Job Retention Scheme
Updated 31st March 2020
Detail of the Government launched Job Retention Scheme providing 80% of wages up to £2,500 per month
Business Grant Information
Updated 31st March 2020
Information on business grants and how to access
Information for Transport & Logistic companies
Updated 31st March 2020
Specific support for creative and art sector
Updated 31st March 2020
Details of support for the creative and arts sector as announced by Arts Council England.
Specific Support for Retail, Tourism & Hospitality
Updated 24th November 2020
Support for Large businesses
Updated 31st March 2020
Details of support for large businesses
COVID-19 Support for firms driving innovation
Updated 20th April 2020
