BBCNEWS BBC News at One December 21, 2021 13:03:00
The final countdown to christmas. but after days of pressure from businesses, the treasury has now announced financial support. firstly, we are announcing £1 billion in financial grant support which means eligible hospitality companies will be able to claim a cash grant up to £6,000. secondly we are providing £30 million to top up our successful cultural recovery fund to support institutions like theatres and museums and lastly, we are reintroducing our statutory sick pay rebate scheme so small and medium—sized companies can claim compensation from the government for the costs of sick pay...