coronavirus
Published on March 19, 2020 at 11:01 am
We know many businesses and their employees are worried. We are facing an unprecedented public health crisis.
An announcement was made by the chancellor for support to businesses on Tuesday.
The government has also set up a support helpline.
Rossendale Council’ s Economic Development Team are logging requests from local businesses for support, but we await further information on how any funding may be distributed.
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Published on March 18, 2020 at 4:22 pm
We know this is a very worrying time for our residents and our businesses. We are facing the greatest public health crisis in generations. It is a crisis which is having a major impact on all our lives.
As civic leaders, we want to reassure you and your families that any steps we take are in line with national advice and guidance.
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Published on March 16, 2020 at 3:30 pm
Council Leader, Alyson Barnes, has updated on the latest situation around coronavirus and the Council’s response to it:
I know residents and businesses are incredibly worried about coronavirus. It is the worst public health crisis in a generation.
As a Council, please be reassured we are working with Lancashire County Council, Public Health England, the NHS and others so we are fully prepared to tackle this in our borough.
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Published on March 12, 2020 at 11:35 am
We are continuing to work closely with Lancashire County Council and Public Health England to monitor the developing situation around the coronavirus infection.
The picture is constantly evolving and we are currently undertaking sensible preparations as a responsible organisation informed by LCC, national advice and guidance and Government policy.
In the Council’s role as a community leader we are working with all the relevant authorities and local partners to support the Government’s plan.
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