Extended Travel Ban
The Government has just announced that from 1pm Friday 29 January: Passengers who have been in or transited through the United Arab Emirates, Burundi and Rwanda in the last 10 days will no longer be granted access to the UK.…
COVID-19 Update 28th January 2021
Eligibility for ARG Funding As you will know, we have been working to get support for a range of tourism businesses that have been excluded from the LRSG payments because, although they have not officially been required to close, the…
Discover the best of Norway with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines aboard seven brand new sailings for 2022
28th January 2021 Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is unveiling a series of brand new sailings for 2022 available to book from tomorrow (Friday, 29th January), capturing the natural beauty of late winter and springtime Norway in all its glory,…
COVID-19 Update 26th January 2021
Changes to Kickstart Scheme As you will know, the Kickstart Scheme is one whereby employers can claim up to 25 hour a week for employing someone aged 16-24 who is on Universal Credit for a six month period. This scheme…
COVID-19 Update 21st January 2021
Eligibility for Lockdown Grants The government has published further guidance on eligibility for the Local Restrictions Support Grants (LRSG (Closed) Addendum) and the Closed Business Lockdown Payment which are available to businesses during the current lockdown. The eligibility rules follow…
Excursions 2021
For the first time in 45 years, we are sad that we are unable to run a face-to-face show, but we know that you as group organisers and itinerary planners are keen to get out and about and do what…
Business recovery webinars – VisitBritain
Join our second series of business recovery webinars to help you get back on track following the coronavirus pandemic. What do I get? Free webinar programme with insight and advice from industry experts including Google Digital Garage Practical tips, case…
COVID-19 Update 20th January 2021
Hostelling Together Attached is a copy of a document that the hostelling sector has put together to highlight the plight of this sector. It is one area of the accommodation sector that has been particularly impacted by social distancing rules…
COVID-19 Update 19th January 2021
BEIS FAQ to Councils on New Grants I’ve attached a copy of the new FAQ that BEIS have produced for Councils on how to implement the new one-off Closed Business Lockdown Payment and the revised LRSGs that apply over the…
COVID-19 Update 18th January 2021
Updated Advice For UK Visa Applicants and Temporary UK Residents The Home Office has updated it’s guidance for people intending to stay in the UK. Normally they would be required to return to their home country to make an application…