Archive for August 2020
Local government reform in York and North Yorkshire
North Yorkshire County Council is proposing to merge all North Yorkshire councils into one mega-sized council covering 615,000 residents across a geography of more than 8000 square kilometers. York would remain a separate (and very much smaller) neighbour, isolated from the wider county. Both unitaries would then come together as a combined authority under an…
Read MoreBCC Coronavirus Business Impact Tracker: Firms vulnerable as government schemes approach end
Results from the latest BCC Coronavirus Business Tracker reveal that business conditions improved only moderately in the weeks since the UK economy suffered an historic contraction in Q2 2020, with firms still reporting high levels of reliance on government support schemes to help stem cashflow issues. · 38 per cent of firms reported improved revenue from UK customers · More than 1 in 3 of businesses say they have three months or less worth of cash…
Read MoreCOVID-19 Bradford District businesses – your latest questions answered
A fact sheet has been developed answering a number of questions related to localised restrictions. The full document can be found here COVID-19 Bradford District businesses – your latest questions answered The document contains the following information: If certain areas/wards of Bradford District have high rates can we still go to work there? The Government…
Read MoreGovernment urges shoppers to support businesses during Shop Local Week
Government urges shoppers to visit their local high street and support businesses during Shop Local Week. Shoppers across the UK have been urged to do their bit and take part in Shop Local Week (10-16 August) to help local businesses rebuild from the coronavirus pandemic. Shop Local Week is part of the government’s Enjoy Summer…
Read MoreLocal Restrictions Bradford, Kirklees and Calderdale – remain in place
An outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19) has been identified in parts of Bradford, Kirklees and Calderdale. The government and relevant local authorities are acting together to control the spread of the virus. From 31 July 2020, if you live in these areas you should follow these rules when meeting people who you do not live with.…
Read MoreGovernment proposes to review the Planning System
The Government has today announced proposals to reform the existing planning system. The White Paper is out for consultation until the beginning of October. The consultation process will take feedback from stakeholders and the Chamber will be responding on behalf of our wider membership. Tim Waring, Chair of the Chamber’s Leeds Property Forum, said “Today’s…
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