Scottish Government coronavirus support due to be paid
The Scottish Government has confirmed that funding for the newly self-employed suffering hardship and SMEs in distress will be be paid in early May.The £100 million fund to support the self-employed...
View ArticleCoronavirus legislation
The UK legislation website - legislation.gov.uk - has created a web page that gathers together information about all the new laws related to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
View ArticleCoronavirus: CMA guidance on cancellation & refunds
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has published guidance on the effect of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic on consumer contracts, cancellation and refunds.The guidance sets out the CMA's...
View ArticleFunding to support dairy farmers in England
The Government has announced a new fund that will enable eligible dairy farmers to access up to £10,000 each to help them overcome the impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.See the press...
View ArticleBusinesses Against Scams training tool launched
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has led to businesses being undermined by malicious email attachments, false government grant phone calls and CEO impersonation scams. The increasing risk has led...
View ArticleNew guidance to help people get safely back to work
The Government - in consultation with industry - has published guidance for UK employers to help them get their businesses back up and running, and workplaces operating as safely as possible, during...
View ArticleCoronavirus & food: new Business in Focus guidance
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and the resulting lockdown has changed our lives drastically in a short time. Everyone has had to change the way they live, work and conduct their business. The...
View ArticleCoronavirus support from business organisations & associations
The Government is working closely with business representative organisations and trade associations to support the national response to coronavirus (COVID-19). It has published a list of organisations...
View ArticleGovernment guidance for shops
Government guidance for shopsAs shops start to re-open, the Government has updated its guidance for people who work in or run shops, branches, stores or similar environments.Paul Scully MP, the...
View ArticleGovernment outlines support for pubs, cafes & restaurants
Government outlines support for pubs, cafes & restaurants The UK Government has published information for pubs, restaurants and cafes on plans to make it easier and safer to serve customers...
View ArticleCMA & trade bodies' joint statement against price gouging
CMA & trade bodies' joint statement against price gougingJoint statement from the Competition and Market Authority (CMA) alongside:Business AdminFri, 07/03/2020 - 11:38Read more about CMA &...
View ArticleFree online advice to help small businesses recover from COVID-19
Free online advice to help small businesses recover from COVID-19The Recovery Advice for Business scheme, supported by the Government and hosted on the Enterprise Nation website, will give small firms...
View ArticleSmall-scale pig keepers invited to take African swine fever survey
Small-scale pig keepers invited to take African swine fever surveyA survey aimed at small-scale pig keepers, including smallholders, pet pig keepers and hobby keepers, has been launched by the UK...
View ArticleFace masks & underage sales
Face masks & underage salesFrom 24 July in England, it will be compulsory to wear a face covering in shops (it is already compulsory in Scotland, but not in Wales).Business AdminTue, 07/21/2020 -...
View ArticleNew Scottish Government coronavirus guidance
New Scottish Government coronavirus guidanceThe Scottish Government has published new guidance for the events and retail sectors, including close-contact services such as hairdressers and beauty...
View ArticleNursery and early years sector: COVID-19 restrictions and consumer law
Nursery and early years sector: COVID-19 restrictions and consumer lawThe Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has published advice to help nurseries and early years providers understand how...
View ArticleGovernment guidance on working safely
Government guidance on working safelyThe Government has updated its guidance for a number of sectors on working safely during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic:Business AdminWed, 08/12/2020 -...
View ArticleWedding cancellations and coronavirus
Wedding cancellations and coronavirusThe Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has published advice on cancellations and refunds in light of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic's impact on weddings....
View ArticleUpdated Government guidance on working safely
Updated Government guidance on working safelyThe Government has updated its guidance on working safely during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.The guidance is divided into sections for a number of...
View ArticleUpdated guidance from the Scottish and Welsh governments
Updated guidance from the Scottish and Welsh governmentsThe governments of Scotland and Wales have both updated their coronavirus (COVID-19) business guidance.The Scottish Government has updated its...
View ArticleBusinesses urged to prepare for the end of the transition period
Businesses urged to prepare for the end of the transition periodAlok Sharma, the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, has written to over 600,000 firms across the UK, urging...
View ArticleNationwide avian influenza (bird flu) prevention zone declared
Nationwide avian influenza (bird flu) prevention zone declaredFollowing recent outbreaks of avian influenza, a prevention zone has been declared across England, Scotland and Wales to mitigate the risk...
View ArticleUK-EU trade agreement
UK-EU trade agreementThe UK Government has today finalised a number of agreements with the European Union, including a trade agreement. The agreements change "the basis of our relationship with our...
View ArticleDeadline for CBD novel food applications approaching
Deadline for CBD novel food applications approachingThe Food Standards Agency (FSA) is reminding the CBD industry that they must submit novel food applications in sufficient time for validation, ahead...
View ArticleBusinesses approved to export animal products to the EU
Businesses approved to export animal products to the EUThe Government has published lists of the business in Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales) or one of the Crown Dependencies (Jersey,...
View ArticleBeating challenges by getting online
Beating challenges by getting onlineThere are many new challenges facing business across the UK, due to both the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and the changes brought about by the UK's exit from the...
View ArticleA helpful companion for start-up businesses
A helpful companion for start-up businessesThe COVID-19 pandemic and consequent lockdowns have led to unprecedented business difficulties, particularly for enterprises based in bricks and mortar. Some,...
View ArticleWebinars for importers of food and drink products from the EU
Webinars for importers of food and drink products from the EUThe Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) is hosting a number of webinars in late February and March concerning changes...
View ArticleLetter to businesses on workplace COVID testing
Letter to businesses on workplace COVID testingThe Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy has written to all businesses registered in England about free COVID-19 tests for...
View ArticleYour Brexit business companion
Your Brexit business companionBrexit happened at 23:00 on 31 January 2020 and the UK then entered a 'transition period', which froze all existing legislation in place until 1 January 2021. The UK can...
View ArticleRaise a glass to free food and drink business guidance
Raise a glass to free food and drink business guidanceThe UK has a rich culinary sector. From traditional fish and chips and Sunday roasts to countless dishes originating from around the world, you...
View ArticleUpdate to FSA criteria for CBD approval as deadline draws near
Update to FSA criteria for CBD approval as deadline draws nearThe Food Standards Agency (FSA) is reiterating its advice to the CBD industry to submit their novel food applications and move towards...
View ArticleCMA: protecting consumers during the coronavirus pandemic
CMA: protecting consumers during the coronavirus pandemicIn March 2020, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) launched a programme of work to identify, monitor and respond to competition and...
View ArticleAge verification technology to be trialled
Age verification technology to be trialledThe Home Office and the Office for Product Safety and Standards are calling for proposals from bars, restaurants and both on- and off-licenced retailers to...
View ArticleAvian influenza: housing measures to be lifted on 31 March
Avian influenza: housing measures to be lifted on 31 MarchCompulsory housing measures for poultry and captive birds are set to be lifted at the end of this month, the chief veterinary officers from...
View ArticleCOVID-secure workplaces
COVID-secure workplacesThe UK Government has updated its guidance on working safely during coronavirus (COVID-19) and has also updated the staying COVID-secure notice, which you can display.(The...
View ArticleCMA guidance for IVF fertility clinics
CMA guidance for IVF fertility clinicsThe CMA - working closely with the sector regulator, the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority (HFEA) - has today published Guidance for Fertility Clinics...
View ArticleChanges to allergen labelling laws
Changes to allergen labelling lawsHistorically, foods that are 'prepacked for direct sale' (PPDS) - for example, sandwiches that are packaged in the shop from which they will be sold - have been...
View ArticleUKCA / CE mark crossover period extended
UKCA / CE mark crossover period extendedThe Government has today confirmed that businesses may continue to use the CE mark until 1 January 2023.The update note to its guidance states:"You can continue...
View ArticleCMA publishes 'Green Claims Code'
CMA publishes 'Green Claims Code'The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is concerned about people being misled by environmental claims and also wants to ensure that businesses feel confident...
View ArticleBusiness Support Helpline
Business Support HelplineThe UK Government's free to access Business Support Helpline can help small businesses of all stages to find the right support and impartial advice, whether just starting out...
View ArticleStaying safe with fireworks
Staying safe with fireworks With the 5th of November drawing near, the Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) has produced safety guidance on how to use fireworks responsibly, protecting people...
View ArticleDelivery charges
Delivery chargesThe Delivery Law UK website - which provides information for consumers and businesses on their rights and obligations relating to parcel deliveries - has recently been updated,...
View ArticleOPSS guidance on notifying authorities about unsafe products
OPSS guidance on notifying authorities about unsafe productsThe Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) has published Product Safety and Non-compliance Notification Guidance, which is intended...
View ArticleSelling chemicals responsibly
Selling chemicals responsiblyCertain chemicals can be used in the illicit manufacture of explosives and/or to cause harm. To reduce the risk of harm from these substances, the Poisons Act 1972 sets out...
View ArticleCMA guidance on buying green heating and insulation products
CMA guidance on buying green heating and insulation productsThe Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has published Buying Green Heating and Insulation Products: A Consumer Guide.This guide covers...
View ArticleUse of CE mark extended indefinitely
Use of CE mark extended indefinitelyThe UK Government has announced that the CE mark may continue to be applied to most goods for an indefinite period. This follows the previous deadline of 24 December...
View ArticleGuidance for Scotland on food labelling etc
Guidance for Scotland on food labelling etcTraditionally, food labelling laws have not been enforced by the Trading Standards service in Scotland, but rather by Environmental Health. For this reason,...
View ArticleNext phase of the ban on single-use plastics in England
Next phase of the ban on single-use plastics in EnglandFrom 1 October, single-use plastic plates, bowls and trays, cutlery and balloon sticks, and polystyrene food or drink containers and cups will be...
View ArticleUpdated guidance: week ending 27 October
Updated guidance: week ending 27 OctoberThe following In-depth Guides have been reviewed and updated where necessary. Unless otherwise specified, the updates apply to England, Scotland and...
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