Saturday, July 27, 2024

How UK SMEs can stay afloat amidst COVID-19 lockdown

“The government lockdown doesn’t have to spell the end for SME businesses,” says ParcelHero. The worldwide delivery company has laid out steps for SMEs to take to still be in business next year. Retain key workers, even if they are not essential right now. The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS) enables employers to access grants, […]

BIFA calls on UK Government to do more for logistics

BIFA comments on UK budget

The British International Freight Association (BIFA) is calling on the UK Chancellor Philip Hammond to do more for the freight and logistics sector ahead of tomorrow’s UK Budget. BIFA director general, Robert Keen says the economic outlook post Brexit “looks challenging” and there is considerable uncertainty concerning the UK’s future trading relations with Europe. He adds: […]