Chancellor needs to ‘get a grip’, says opposition, as government warned of impact of changes in messaging
Rishi Sunak has been criticised as missing in action for being in California while furious business leaders request urgent financial help to stay afloat in the run-up to Christmas after people were told to avoid unnecessary outings.
Labour said the chancellor should “get himself on a flight back and get a grip on the situation”, after the revelation he was on a four-day trip to the US. The government said Sunak was in touch with business leaders and hinted support was on its way.
An extension of the VAT cut for hospitality.
Expansion of relief on business rates.
Immediate grants for struggling businesses.
Greater state backing for the CBILS loan scheme.
Targeted return of the furlough scheme.
