Support will be made available, says Council

CALDERDALE COUNCIL’S Cabinet Member for Regeneration and Resources, Coun Jane Scullion, said: “Many pubs and restaurants have diversified. Some are taking advantage of the relaxation of planning rules to operate as hot food takeaways during the coronavirus outbreak, while others are increasing their online offer.

“We know these are incredibly difficult times and the

Council is doing all it can to support local businesses.

“We’re working hard to ensure that the government support, including the available grant funding, is processed as quickly as possible for eligible businesses.

“Over £45 million has already been issued to around 4,000 small businesses and those in the retail and hospitality sector - and this figure grows every day.

“As we move forward, we’ll continue to offer our support and help businesses adapt and prepare for new ways of operating in the future.”

Halifax MP Holly Lynch said: “A number of great craft beer bars have popped up in Halifax in recent years, contributing towards Halifax’s renaissance and sitting alongside old favourites such as The Shibden Mill Inn and The Big Six.

“It would be a huge blow to our town if some of them could not survive this crisis.

“There are a number of grants and schemes already available to landlords but, if the lockdown continues, it is highly likely that further support will be necessary and I’ll be fighting for that on their behalf.”

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