Rishi Sunak says no to 100% loan guarantees
Chancellor Rishi Sunak says he is not convinced of the need for 100% government-backed loans for businesses to help them through the coronavirus crisis. Business groups and shadow business secretary…
Coronavirus: Noodles and Smash sales up as people stock staples
Image copyright Premier foods Sales of Bachelors Super Noodles, Smash instant mash potato and Loyd Grossman sauces have jumped as people stock up on in-store cupboard items during the lockdown,…
Housing market could rebound after ‘hibernation’ – but warning of ‘notable reductions’ if drags on
While other sectors have dominated the headlines since the coranavirus pandemic hit Wales, the housing market is one area where activity has collapsed – and the long term impact could…
Coronavirus: Virgin Atlantic will fold without aid, warns Branson
Image copyright Getty Images Sir Richard Branson has warned that airline Virgin Atlantic needs government support to survive. The boss of the Virgin Group said he was not asking for…
Airbus workers at Broughton and Filton returning to plants today
Airbus workers are returning to work this morning after nearly a month as production is stepped back up. In March around 5,500 staff out of 9,300 workers at Broughton in…
Coronavirus: ‘There is help out there if you ask for it’
Image copyright Getty Images Natalie Raeside has been a painter and decorator for 20 years, following in her father’s footsteps. The 36-year-old, a former British Young Decorator of the Year,…
Vauxhall’s Ellesmere Port factory prepares to restart production
Manufacturing giant Vauxhall has said enhanced safety preparations at its Ellesmere Port site are underway to help it restart vehicle production. Although the factory closed on March 17 due to…
Coronavirus: Millions to claim as government job site goes live
Image copyright Getty Images The government pay scheme for workers who are kept on the payroll, despite not working due to coronavirus, is set to open for applications on Monday.…
China’s virus-hit economy shrinks for first time in decades
Image copyright EPA China’s economy shrank for the first time in decades in the first quarter of the year, as the virus forced factories and businesses to close. The world’s…
Bench returns to Manchester as firm acquired by Apparel Brands
Streetwear brand Bench is back in Manchester after it was acquired by an affiliate of Apparel Brands. City-based Wraith is one of Bench’s primary European licensees – and has acquired…