This article was first printed in the Newbury Weekly News on 24/03/2020. Some information may be out of date.

"One of the most generous support schemes for self-employed people anywhere in the world" - Rishi Sunak, 26th March 2020

I think this is the announcement that many of you have been waiting for. A quick explainer:

On Monday 23rd March, Prime Minister Boris Johnson addressed the nation and announced that everyone should stay at home to stop the further spread of the disease within our communities. The following measures will be reviewed after three weeks.

Please see attached my letter to the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rishi Sunak, calling for the Treasury to consider some form of temporary hardship support for those self-employed, including - but not limited to - taxi drivers and childminders.

These times are for supermarkets only.

Sainsbury’s

Monday, Wednesday and Friday 08:00-0:900

Co-op

Monday to Saturday 08:00-09:00

Sunday 10:00-11:00

M&S

Monday and Thursday 08:00-09:00

Waitrose

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/guidance-to-employers-and-bu…

The Government announced today further economic measures to protect people's jobs, incomes and strengthen the safety net for the self-employed. I have attached the latest letter I have received from the Treasury and outline the measures  below:

Coronavirus job prevention scheme:

The key workers list:

West Berkshire Council has established their Community Support Hub to work with partners across the county to coordinate our community's response.

Whilst there has already been an amazing community response, they need more volunteers!

Attached is a document I have received from the Treasury about the support they are currently offering businesses and individuals. I will continue to post updates about these measures as and when they come in.