Fill in survey to monitor Covid-19 effects on business
24th March 2020
Following the Government statement released over the weekend, it is now confirmed that visits to second homes, campsites, caravan parks etc. do not constitute essential travel. The Government is advising people to stay in their primary residence to limit pressure on services.
The statement follows Friday’s announcement of business support measures including extending the interest-free period on the Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme and cash flow support via the tax system including the deferral of VAT payments. Further details to support this have been launched today. In addition, a dedicated Government website that collates information on the support available for businesses is now available.
COVID-19 tourism industry impact survey
Visit England and Visit Britain have reopened their tracker survey to monitor the impact of the COVID-19 outbreak on all aspects of the UK tourism industry. The results will provide impact data to brief Ministers, the Government and COBR to help support the industry through these challenging times. Please fill in this survey and circulate to your members or tourism business contacts. The survey will close 17.00, Monday 30 March.
Advice for tourism and event businesses affected by COVID-19
A dedicated page has been published on Visit England’s Business Advice Hub to help tourism businesses quickly access information and support during COVID-19. You will find signposts to the latest Government health advice, how to manage staff, cleaning guidance and financial support available to tourism businesses.
For all the latest updates on COVID-19 for the tourism industry, click here.