Coronavirus

Borrowing hit its highest levels in October since records began in 1993.

Small businesses face a “hugely difficult” winter.

4,359 applications were received from employers across Great Britain.

COVID-19 crisis leaves the sector at 4.53 million self-employed individuals.

Borrowers’ support extends as the coronavirus crisis deepens.

CJRS and the SEISS extended with England in second lockdown.

Take-up of the scheme was “larger than expected”.

ONS reported a 4.8% increase for the three months to September.

Employees to receive 80% of salary for hours not worked.

Stock of Government bonds will increase to £875 billion.