Business in need of own ‘road map’

Company bosses in the North East are calling for a “business specific” road map for the ending of coronavirus restrictions.

James Ramsbotham, chief executive, North East England Chamber of Commerce said: “It is helpful Government has begun to set out the direction of travel for lifting current restrictions.

"There is now an urgent need for a corresponding road map specifically for businesses.

"They must have detail on how they will be supported to come out of lock down measures.

“I understand it is important for people’s wellbeing to be able to meet up socially in the coming weeks but I would argue it is also extremely important that our economy is supported to get back on track.”