BBCNEWS BBC News December 16, 2021 14:07:00
They haven't been forced to close but people have been advised to think twice before going out, and many are choosing to stay at home. that meant an awful lot of cancelled bookings. during lockdowns, hospitality businesses could call on government support. that's not the case now, and the industry says help is badly needed. firstly, we need local authorities to distribute the cash they are currently sitting on that's available to them to give grants to businesses to maintain employment. secondly, we need extended business rates relief so these businesses don't face big bills injanuary. finally...