The government is set to announce an extension of support for businesses affected by England's third national lockdown. Chancellor Rishi Sunak is preparing new support measures for businesses struggling under renewed guidelines, Michael Gove said on Tuesday.
The support, set to be confirmed by midday, is likely to include a further extension of the furlough scheme which is due to end in April.
It's also expected to cover additional support for the hospitality sector and those in receipt of the self-employed support grant.
The measures come on the morning of England's third national lockdown which Prime Minister Boris Johnson has warned will last until at least mid-February.
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