Freelancer Fund Phase 3 closes on Monday 7 December 2020 at 5pm. The fund supports freelancers who work in the following sectors: The Arts Arts and Heritage Events Non Sport related events that have been significantly impacted by the pandemic Creative Industries Culture and Heritage In this phase we also support freelancers who work in events that have been significantly impacted by the pandemic, including those working in weddings and corporate events, but not sport...
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If your organisation sends or receives personal information to or from countries in the EU, you need to act now to ensure that data flow can lawfully continue. It’s important you make sure your organisation is properly prepared for all exit scenarios, whether you’re a sole trader or small business or a large multi-national. The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has updated their guidance to help your business work out what you need to do. Guidance...
Check what declarations need to be made for goods you bring or receive into the UK from 1 January 2021 If you’re a UK-based business bringing or receiving goods into Great Britain or Northern Ireland. Find out what declarations may need to be made by visiting the GOV.UK website. Check what declarations need to be made for goods you send the UK from 1 January 2021 If you’re a UK-based business sending goods from Great...
This series of Chwarae Teg webinars will help you discover what it’s really like to run your own business, figure out ideas, a confidence boost that you can do it, and ensure you have the money bit sorted and the practical steps to get going. The webinars include: Could I be a business woman? Wednesday 9 December 2020, from 11am to 1pm. Please use the following link to book your place : https://chwaraeteg.com/events/could-i-be-a-business-woman/ Is there...
A set of new targeted restrictions in the hospitality and leisure sectors, together with a £340m support package, has been announced by First Minister Mark Drakeford. The new measures are being introduced as cases of coronavirus accelerate in Wales once again, eroding the gains achieved during the recent firebreak period. From Friday, pubs, bars, restaurants and cafes will have to close by 6pm and will not be allowed to serve alcohol. After 6pm they will...
Find out how to pay VAT payments deferred between 20 March and 30 June 2020. You can: pay the deferred VAT in full on or before 31 March 2021 opt in to the VAT deferral new payment scheme when it launches in 2021 contact HMRC if you need more help to pay Check how you can pay your deferred VAT. If you want to opt in to the new payment scheme: You cannot opt in...
Digital guide covering the key actions food and drink businesses may need to take: A new digital guide has been issued that covers the key actions food and drink businesses may need to take after the end of the Transition Period. For more information visit the GOV.UK website. Nutrition legislation from 1 January 2021: Guidance has been published for businesses regarding practical changes that will be made to nutrition legislation in the UK from 1...
The Business Tax Account is an online account which brings together all of your business taxes in one place – including Pay as You Earn for Employers. From one sign in, you can view a summary of your tax position, manage your information such as address, telephone number and email address as well as make payments to HMRC. To find out more about the benefits of using the Business Tax Account and how to set...
The UK Government has written to specific business sectors, the letters provide tailored advice about key actions that businesses must take after the Transition period ends on 31 December 2020. View the sector-specific letters below for: The Advanced Manufacturing Sector The Agri-Food and Biosecurity Sector The Chemicals Sector The Consumer Goods Sector The Life Sciences Sector The Metals and Other Materials Sector The Retail Sector The Tourism and Hospitality Sector The Construction Sector The Proffesional...
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) have produced guidance for those in business who have duties under health and safety law, for example, employers and those in control of workplaces. It explains what you can expect when a health and safety inspector calls at your workplace. It also tells employees and their representatives what information they may expect from an inspector during a visit. To read the guidance please visit the HSE website.