Coronavirus (COVID-19) Advice and Guidance

Vaccinations in the South West are now rolling out at a pace and I am grateful to all those dedicated professionals that are working hard to help deliver this vaccine programme and to end the national lockdown.

The Prime Minister gave a statement to the House of Commons regarding the current lockdown measures.

The Chancellor has announced further financial support for businesses which must close until at least mid-February.

All arts, culture and heritage organisations are encouraged to check eligibility and consider applying for Round 2 of the Culture Recovery Fund. 

England is once again going into a national lockdown to control Covid-19.

You must therefore stay at home to protect the NHS and save lives.

Read about the financial support available under Tier 3.

An update on the economic support available under tiered restrictions.

The Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, Matt Hancock, has confirmed that Devon will be placed into Tier 2 (High) from the 2nd December when the current lockdown ends. 

The Prime Minister has unveiled the proposed plan for when current national restrictions in England come to an end on Wednesday 2 December.

Businesses which were ordered to close when the national restrictions came into place on 5 November can apply for a grant of up to £3,000. Find out more.