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Covid 19 - What you need to know - Government launch WhatsApp Service
The Government launched on Wednesday a new Coronavirus Information Service on WhatsApp. The new free service aims to provide official, trustworthy and timely information and advice about coronavirus (COVID-19), and will further reduce the burden ...
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Covid 19 - What you need to know - Scottish Government issue advice
On Wednesday 25th March, the Scottish Government issued guidance for leisure and retail businesses who are subject to closure. This follows closely advice already published by the UK Government. First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, s...
Covid 19 - What you need to know - Remote licensing hearings are lawful
For many the swift advance of the Covid19 outbreak and Government response has caught them unawares and created unexpected issues. One such issue was the impact of the ‘Lockdown’ on applications running prior to the stringent measure ...
Covid 19 - What you need to know - Government issues further guidance for businesses and premises.
In this fast evolving situation we have received many enquiries from clients old and new regarding what appears to be changing advice. A particular point of concern relates to the provision of off-sale services from cafes, restaurants and pubs.&n...
Covid 19 - What you need to know - Scottish Closures
As previously reported the Westminster Government introduced emergency measures on Saturday afternoon which compelled a number of classes of premises to close immediately, including pubs. These regulations only apply in England as the legislation...
Covid 19 - What you need to know -Takeaway Food - Additional Controls
As previously reported the Government introduced on Saturday regulations compelling many premises to close including pubs, restaurants and cafes. It is important to note that those regulations distinguish between on and off sales. Pubs, caf...
Covid 19 - What you need to know - The Health Protection (Coronavirus, Business Closure) (England) Regulations 2020
As previously reported the Coronavirus Bill, which currently includes specific powers to issue directions relating to events, gatherings and premises, is making its way through Parliament it’s 2nd reading is scheduled for 23rd March. Before...