Coronavirus (COVID-19)

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Truss welcomes new fast track loan for small businesses

Monday, 27 April, 2020

Liz Truss MP has today welcomed the announcement from the chancellor of a new fast track loan for businesses commenting ‘This is extremely positive news, particularly offering support for sole traders and small businesses who may not have fully benefitted from other schemes.

Coronavirus Update

Saturday, 18 April, 2020

A huge thank you to everyone who is working so tirelessly for the good of the nation to beat coronavirus. The Norfolk spirit is characteristically strong and I am confident we can get through this difficult time.

Coronavirus Update

Wednesday, 1 April, 2020

During these unprecedented times I would like to reassure you that the government is working round the clock to ensure the UK is protected both in terms of health and financial well-being.

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This coronavirus (COVID-19) RSS feed is being replaced with a new feed from Search - GOV.UK

Guidance: Regulatory status of software (including apps) used in the diagnosis, treatment and management of patients with coronavirus (COVID-19)

Advice for manufacturers, members of the public and professional users of software or apps being used during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Detailed guide: MHRA regulatory flexibilities resulting from coronavirus (COVID-19)

Guidance for industry on flexible approaches to regulation we are taking during the COVID-19 outbreak.

Press release: £7 million for new coalition of vulnerable children’s charities

Funding package for targeted help to young people and their families most affected by coronavirus

News story: Face coverings to become mandatory on public transport

From 15 June, face coverings will be required while using public transport in England.

Detailed guide: Number of coronavirus (COVID-19) cases and risk in the UK

The latest number of coronavirus (COVID-19) cases and risk level in the UK.

Speech: Transport Secretary's statement on coronavirus (COVID-19): 4 June 2020

Face coverings will be required on public transport from 15 June 2020.

News story: UK aid-backed drone technology supports Ghana's coronavirus fight

A partnership between UK aid and Gavi: the Vaccine Alliance, is supporting the Government of Ghana to use Zipline drones to collect coron

Guidance: Initial teacher training (ITT): criteria and supporting advice

Mandatory guidance on the criteria that organisations must meet to provide initial teacher training (ITT).

Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 4 June 2020

Press conference slides and datasets used by The Rt Hon Grant Shapps MP.