announce the closure of pubs, bars and restaurants in the north, with restrictions implemented by Wednesday. Northern leaders were in discussions yesterday (Friday) with government - but not ministers - on what may or may not happen next week.Greater Manchester mayor said he and his colleagues were told the financial package was 'final and not open for negotiation'.It came after Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced a new support scheme to pay wages for businesses forced to close under new measures.The government will fund businesses that are legally forced to close during the winter by paying two thirds of workers' wages.Eligible businesses will be paid a grant of 67 per cent of each employees’ salary - up to a maximum of £2,100 a month.Local.
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