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Change of message ‘too early’ for North West

Andy Burnham and Steve Rotheram have written to the Prime Minister warning that the government’s change of coronavirus message comes ‘too early’ for the North West.....read more

Furlough scheme extended until October

Chancellor Rishi Sunak has announced that the furlough scheme will be extended by a further four months with workers continuing to receive 80 per cent of their current salary.....read more

Labour calls for new coronavirus food plan

Labour has called for a new coronavirus food plan to become part of new farming and food laws, as part of an amendment to the Agriculture Bill.....read more

Councils warn against surge in virus-related scams

The Local Government Association has reported that scams passed on to councils of fraudsters shamelessly exploiting coronavirus fears by selling fake and unsafe products have soared in recent weeks.....read more

Roadmap taskforces established for safe sector reopening

Five new ministerial-led taskforces have been set up to develop plans for how and when closed sectors can reopen safely, following the government’s plans to ease lockdown measures.....read more

FEATURES

Insight and evidence in a time of uncertainty

In a post Covid-19 world, research will be vital in developing policy, planning services and governing effectively, writes Jane Frost.....read more

The West Midlands: where the world meets

The West Midlands Growth Company explain why the region is the ideal location for conferencing and events.....read more