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In our latest measures to support businesses impacted by COVID-19, the Council has today launched the Discretionary Business Grants Fund. Small businesses which have suffered financial hardship due to COVID-19 have two weeks to apply to be considered for a discretionary grant payment. From today (1 June) until 14 June, Birmingham City Council is accepting […]
Analysis of rate of transmission, NHS 111 calls and Google location data will inform next steps
Birmingham City Council are asking for donations of personal protective equipment (PPE) for use by our front-line staff, care providers, social workers and volunteers who are delivering essential services across the City. Items such as disposable aprons, latex or Nitrell gloves, face masks, hand sanitiser, eye protection and overshoes would be appreciated. Birmingham said: Birmingham […]
Tests have been hailed as key to helping end the UK lockdown. But what can they tell us?
With car insurance premiums continuing to rise, peaking at an average of £574 at the end of 2017, owning a car is increasingly costly for Brits. What’s more, data released today by MoneySuperMarket reveals that drivers at every different life stage could be making costly mistakes by listing their employment status inaccurately on car insurance […]
Over 9 million households having to make do with less money coming in as a result of COVID-19 10% of households concerned about paying mortgage or rent; Only around 20% of struggling households have requested or received payment holidays or an overdraft buffer; 8% are having to use a credit card to pay for essentials […]
UK mortgage holders could save over £5,000 on their mortgage payments by switching to a new fixed rate offer, new insights from Experian reveal. Despite the UK lockdown and new mortgage applications largely on hold, lenders still remain open for remortgages. Remortgage product rates continue to remain competitive following the recent base rate cut to […]