Treasury written question – answered at on 1 March 2021.
To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what assessment he has made of the effect of the levels of financial support available to wholesalers on the financial viability of that sector during the covid-19 outbreak.
To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what assessment he has made of the effect of closures among wholesale distributors during the covid-19 outbreak on the Government's levelling up agenda.
To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, if he will extend bespoke financial support packages to foodservice wholesalers in response to the covid-19 outbreak.
To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what steps he is taking to support wholesalers facing financial loss as a result of the covid-19 pandemic.
Throughout the Covid-19 crisis, the Government has protected people’s jobs and livelihoods while also supporting businesses and public services across the UK. Food and drink wholesalers have been eligible for a number of economic support schemes, including:
Wholesalers in England may also receive further support with their fixed costs from local authorities through the £1.6 billion in funding made available for discretionary Additional Restrictions Grants to support local businesses.
Businesses may also be eligible for other elements of the Government’s support package including government-backed loans, tax deferrals, and general and sector-specific grants. The Government urges businesses to visit the online Coronavirus Business Support Finder Tool for tailored information on how to access support available to them.
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