Statement from Leeds city Council in response to government announcement (22 October) of support for businesses in areas with Tier 2 restrictions

A Leeds City Council spokesperson said: 

“We welcome the government’s announcement of further financial support for businesses. We are waiting for guidance from the government on how the new scheme will work in practice.  We will ensure businesses in Leeds are told how to apply as soon as we are able to.”

Notes to editors:

 For further information regarding the announcement by government, please see:  https://www.gov.uk/government/news/plan-for-jobs-chancellor-increases-financial-support-for-businesses-and-workers

For further details regarding Tier 2 restrictions currently in place across Leeds, please see: https://www.leeds.gov.uk/coronavirus/local-rules