There are lots of wonderful volunteering groups springing up all over West Oxfordshire, looking to help those who are self-isolating or ill, and I have brought together some of the advice that is available on how to do this safely and well, on this page - as well as links to those who are offerin

The Government said it would do whatever it takes to protect people’s jobs and incomes – and it meant it. I know many self-employed people are deeply anxious about the support available for them - and I have lobbied on their behalf.

*** UPDATE 26th March 2020 - The Chancellor has announced our support package for self-employed people.*** 

(The original article is below.) 

I am mindful of the understandable concerns raised by the self-employed during this crisis - not least because I was one myself.

Last night, the Prime Minister has instructed the British people to stay at home – to protect the NHS and save lives.

You can read the full text of the PM's announcement here.

There is now a one-stop shop online containing all the latest information about Covid-19 coronavirus.

It includes advice on:

🏥 Health

🏠 Staying home

💷 Help for employees

🏭 Business support

🚍 Travel

There is now a one-stop shop online containing all the latest information about Covid-19 coronavirus.

It includes advice on:

🏥 Health

🏠 Staying home

💷 Help for employees

🏭 Business support

🚍 Travel

The Chancellor has just announced a further package of support for businesses and individuals. The unprecedented measures include:

You may have seen a card put through your door recently offering support if you are elderly, vulnerable or self-isolating.  If you'd like to offer your support to neighbours this way, you can download a copy of the card below.

On 17 March, the Chancellor announced an unprecedented package of government-backed and guaranteed loans to support businesses, making available an initial £330bn of guarantees – equivalent to 15% of GDP.

SCHOOLS IN ENGLAND WILL CLOSE FROM THE END OF FRIDAY 20TH MARCH UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE