Businesses and individuals concerned about the rapidly evolving coronavirus crisis can access a variety of sources of information. Check out our list of the main sources of advice, support and finance.
UK government business support information:
GOV.UK guidance for employers and businesses on coronavirus
GOV.UK guidance on the COVID-19 support for businesses
Support for businesses paying statutory sick pay
Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme
COVID-19 Corporate Finance Facility
Business Wales coronavirus advice
Scottish Enterprise coronavirus business continuity advice
NHS coronavirus advice
Useful phone numbers:
HMRC tax support helpline for businesses and self-employed individuals struggling to pay their tax (COVID-19): 0800 0159 559 (Monday to Friday 8am to 8pm, and Saturday 8am to 4pm).
UK government business support helplines:
England: 0300 456 3565
Scotland: 0300 303 0660
Wales: 0300 060 3000
Other sources of advice:
Acas - guidance and advice for employers. This is updated daily and covers social distancing and vulnerable people, sick pay, closing the workplace, employee time off work to look after someone, coronavirus symptoms at work and good practice steps for employers. Acas will also be running a series of webinars for employers (registration required).
British Business Bank - coronavirus business interruption loan scheme
Mind coronavirus hub - tips and advice on how to combat stress and anxiety
Businesses and individuals should ensure they access online advice and support to help them cope with the coronavirus crisis.