Coronavirus UK – This is why Boris Johnson is taking so long to act
Neoliberal thinking has infected the Tory government’s COVID-19 response and has put the nation at risk.
Neoliberal thinking has infected the Tory government’s COVID-19 response and has put the nation at risk.
Measures unveiled by the PM and Chancellor on Tuesday evening included Government-backed loans worth £330 billion – equivalent to 15% of GDP.
People will die from coronavirus simply due to being homeless unless they are better protected, a group of charities said.
The Chancellor said homeowners would get a “three-month mortgage holiday”
Relaxation of planning regulations was among a package of measures to support businesses through the coronavirus crisis.
Helping big business won't be enough
Rishi Sunak said the “unprecedented package” – equivalent to 15 per cent of GDP – could go further if demand is greater, and vowed to do “whatever it takes” to help the economy.
Trade body the Airport Operators Association urged ministers to unveil a series of measures to help airports amid dwindling passenger numbers.
Pubs and restaurant owners are calling for immediate support after the PM advised people not to go out but stopped short of ordering closures.
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