Coronavirus advice for businesses in Scotland
Last updated: Friday 27 March
HELP FOR THE SELF EMPLOYED - the UK Government will support those who have been affected by the coronavirus. It is not available until June and HMRC will identify eligible taxpayers and contact them directly with guidance on how to apply. They have created a FAQ page for those affected.
- You are not alone - NHS Inform has a list of organisations that can help you deal with anxiety and stress at this difficult time
- Staying at home and business closures - the Scottish Government has given more detail on staying at home and which businesses should close.
- Advice for food and drink businesses - Food Standards Scotland have useful advice for this sector
- Be fair to your workers - the Scottish Government asks businesses to that ensure that workers are treated fairly
- Apply for grants now through your local authority to help with the impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) on your business
- Advice for farmers and growers from the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board
- Support for the seafood fishing industry announced by the Scottish Government
- Who qualifies as a key worker? The Scottish Government asks businesses to think carefully about this
- £20 million support package for the Third Sector announced by the Scottish Government
- Apply for the Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme (CBILS) - it supports term loans, overdrafts, invoice finance and more
- Call 0800 015 9559 if you are concerned about being able to pay your tax due to COVID-19. This HMRC helpline is open from Monday to Friday, 8am to 8pm and on Saturday, 8am to 4pm
- Job retention scheme is now open for applications
- Get free support and advice from Business Gateway. You can speak to a local adviser over the phone and online.
Sources of finance
Information for businesses, the third sector and the self-employed.
Business rates and tax
Support and advice via the HMRC on business tax and rates issues.
Protecting your workforce
Guidance on workplace rights, rules and best practice including sick leave and pay entitlements.
Business continuity
Find important checklists explaining the steps you should be taking to prepare for potential disruption.
Business insurance
Information about the impact of the coronavirus on business insurance.
Personal and public health
Help and advice for individuals, care workers, employers and businesses.
Government action plan
Government plans to tackle the outbreak and measures in place to support businesses.
Travelling abroad
Guidance for British travelling and living overseas on how to stay safe and healthy.
Webinars
Webinars and tutorials about the impact of the coronavirus and general business development advice.
Learning online
A list of online learning events including how to build your business online.
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