The NFU's policy and commodity advisers are working to provide up to date advice on the issues impacting members as a result of the coronavirus outbreak. 

This information will be updated regularly and is summarised in this briefing - Government support for businesses and other financial measures (issue 21, updated 23 October).

Updated and new areas covered in the briefing include:

• Job Support Scheme
• Job Support Scheme – businesses closed due to COVID-19 restrictions
• Self-Employment Income Support Scheme
• Letters to businesses about new trade arrangements with the EU from 1 January 2021
• Business grants (Local Authorities)
• In England: Planning permissions running out before 31 December extended to May; extended permitted development rights could allow an extra 28 days of outdoor events and new planning guidance to help keep caravan and holiday parks open
• Countryside Productivity Small Grants Scheme
• Growth Programme: Questions and answers on COVID-19 response

More from NFUonline:

• What business support grants are available due to COVID-19?
• Coronavirus: Advice for employers from the NFU's Specialist Advice Team
• What are the legal obligations for self-isolating and reporting cases of COVID-19?