It is right that the government has taken these unprecedented decisions and these extraordinary measures at this time.
Unless we get coronavirus under control then the danger is it will overwhelm all of our vital services and cause much greater loss of life.
Rt Hon Sir Iain Duncan Smith
MP for Chingford & Woodford Green
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- Important Information for Waltham Forest Businesses eligible for a Government GrantWaltham Forest council now has the funds and guidance necessary to distribute £54 million of grants to support certain small businesses through the Coronavirus pandemic.
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- Check if you can claim a grant through the Self-Employment Income Support SchemeIf you're self-employed or a member of a partnership and have been adversely affected by coronavirus (COVID-19) find out if you can use this scheme to claim a grant.
- Find coronavirus financial support for your businessYou may be eligible for loans, tax relief and cash grants. Use this business support finder search tool to see what support is available for you and your business.
- NHS launches mental health hotline for staff tackling COVID-19The NHS has launched a mental health hotline as part of a package of measures to support the NHS’ 1.4 million staff as they help people deal with the coronavirus.
- Update on return flights to the UKThe government is ramping up efforts to bring home thousands of UK travellers stranded overseas by coronavirus with a new package of extra flights.
- Updated Coronavirus Job Retention SchemeUpdated guidance for employees and employers regarding the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme, find out if you’re eligible…
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