Commenting on the Prime Minister’s statement on the process for unlocking, Jasmine Whitbread, Chief Executive of London First, said:
“Businesses across the capital will welcome clearer parameters for unlocking decisions, but will be looking ahead to what comes after the initial move to reopen schools. Although there are kernels of good news for some sectors, the Government must continue to provide urgent financial support to those that will be last to open. That includes extending business rates and VAT relief at the Budget.
“Hundreds of thousands of people have lost their jobs due to the pandemic and many more will need access to new skill sets in the months and years ahead. The Government must urgently bring forward a plan to help re-skill those affected, so that when the worst of the pandemic is over, the country can recover at pace.”
