Latest UK support measures branded ‘inadequate’
Additional funds were announced as part of a £1 billion support package for hospitality and leisure businesses unveiled by chancellor Rishi Sunak
News By James Hanley | 21 December 2021
New financial support announced for businesses by the UK government in response to the spread of the omicron variant has been criticised as inadequate by live music trade bodies.
The additional measures – including a £30 million top-up to the Culture Recovery Fund (CRF) – were unveiled by chancellor Rishi Sunak today (21 December) as part of a £1 billion support package for hospitality and leisure. Grants of up to £6,000 are available per premise.
The news comes as new restrictions have been announced in Scotland,…
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