Ward Williams HR is prepared for continuing timely support to our clients. We have identified the requirements for each area of the business to function and we are able to provide the appropriate resources to assist your business.
We detail below some recent Government initiatives in response to this disruptive event :
HMRC Helpline
As announced in the 2020 Budget, HMRC have opened a new helpline to support businesses which concerned about paying their tax due to coronavirus (COVID-19).
The helpline can be accessed on 0800 0159 559.
Further information on the helpline can be found at https://www.gov.uk/government/news/tax-helpline-to-support-businesses-affected-by-coronavirus-covid-19.
Other Help earmarked for Businesses :
Coronavirus business interruption loan scheme up to £2m per loan.
To abolish business rates for retail businesses for this year and extend scheme to leisure businesses not currently covered. Long term review of rates in autumn budget.
£10,000 cash grant for small businesses who already get rates’ relief.
£5bn emergency response fund on top of other plans providing “fiscal loosening” worth £18bn.
Further details can be found here : https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/guidance-to-employers-and-businesses-about-covid-19/covid-19-support-for-businesses.
If you are seeking additional HR services support your small business or you simply wish to discuss the fiscal impact of Covid – 19 on your business and the steps you could make to mitigate the impact then please do not hesitate to contact us.