With the news that the current coronavirus restrictions are likely to remain in place for another 4 weeks – subject to a governmental review at the start of July – the hospitality industry is bracing itself for another tough period of profit-curbing limitations.
UK Hospitality, the organisation representing the nation’s pubs, bars and restaurants, predicts that another month’s delay in the lifting of restrictions will cost the hospitality sector around £3bn in sales.As an employer in this space, you’ll want to do everything you can to weather this next (hopefully short-lived) storm – including protecting your staff as best you can. If you’re not sure where to turn, contact our employment specialists for help navigating the latest rules and mitigating the effect the lockdown easing delay will have on your most valuable assets: your people.
Rishi Sunak has announced that the government will not be extending furlough support and business rates relief beyond the start of July, despite the delay in the easing of COVID-related restrictions here in the UK.
Major voices – including Ed Miliband, the shadow business secretary – have shared concerns over the fact that support packages do not now seem to be in step with public health restrictions. Many sectors, including the entertainment, arts and wedding industries, are still facing huge challenges as they are not able to trade (or trade at a profit) due to our part-opened economy.
If your company is continuing to be affected by lockdown measures, your next steps could make or break your business. We can provide comprehensive support at what is a crucial time for all organisations and their owners, not least those disproportionately affected by the ongoing pandemic.