Brent Business News

    

 Message from Brent for Businessmen

6 January 2021 New National Lockdown  The Government has introduced a national lockdown and has ordered certain businesses and venues to close. All non-essential retail, indoor and outdoor leisure facilities, entertainment venues and personal care businesses are required to close by law. Food shops, supermarkets, garden centres and certain other retailers providing essential goods and services can remain open. Non-essential retail can still provide delivery and click-and-collect to customers but are closed for face to face service.   Hospitality venues like restaurants, bars and pubs must close, with the exception of providing food and non-alcoholic drinks for takeaway (until 11pm), click-and-collect and drive-through. All food and drink (including alcohol) can continue to be provided by delivery. Read the full guidance for more details. New Lockdown Business Grants Businesses that are required to close due to the national lockdown may be eligible for financial support. As soon as we receive further guidance and information from the Government on the availability of further grants, we will share it on our council website and via this business e-newsletter. Local Restrictions Support Grant or Additional Restrictions Grant and Update If you've already applied for a Local Restrictions Support Grant or the Additional Restrictions Grant, please be assured we are processing your applications as quickly as possible. Our teams are experiencing extremely high levels of demand. So thank you for your patience during this difficult time. Please avoid contacting us for an update unless absolutely necessary, as this may slow down processing applications. You will be contacted as soon as possible with a decision. Brexit Transition: New rules are here New rules apply for doing business with Europe. Use the Brexit checker to get a personalised list of actions for you, your business and your family. Find out more.  HS2 - Find out how your business could get involved HS2 is a great opportunity for local businesses. There will be a wide range of opportunities suitable for businesses of all types and sizes over a number of years, to help with the construction work, to keep construction sites safe and operational, and to support their workforce. Find out more.  Upcoming Events "Doing Business with Brent Webinar": 21 January | 12-13.30pm Whether you're a bricklayer, caterer or plumber, we have opportunities for your business. Learn about upcoming opportunities to work with Brent Council, including where to register, types of procurement processes and how to increase your chances of securing a contract. Find out more. Meet the Buyer Events 2021 - Opportunities with United Living and Square Stone Hub We're pleased to announce that we will be hosting two more virtual Meet the Buyer events in January and February. Find out more about the supplier contracts available and register your interest. Get in touch: info@brentmeetthebuyer.co.uk

If you have any queries, please get in touch with: business@brent.gov.uk