11 August 2011

Statement about support for damaged business

The government has issued a statement detailing the support that will be offered to businesses affected by the recent riots across England.

The written statement, from Business Secretary, Vince Cable, was published on Thursday 11th August.

Mr Cable begins the statement by saying, “The appalling criminality we have seen across England in recent days has devastated not only local communities but also a very significant number of businesses.

“BIS and other Government Departments are working with local enterprise partnerships, local authorities and business organisations to ensure affected businesses have access to practical advice, information and support to get back on their feet as quickly as possible.”

The rest of the statement, which summarises the help and advice the government is offering to businesses, can be found at: www.bis.gov.uk/news/topstories/2011/Aug/public-disorder-business-support.

The RPS, NPA and PSNC have also all offered advice to any pharmacists affected by the recent troubles. This advice can be found on the respective body’s websites.