In his letter, tTe Business Secretary:
- States that there is no restriction on manufacturing continuing under current rules
- Highlights guidelines from Public Health England and sector-specific guidance from the government on how this can be done safely
- Mentions some of the support available for businesses, including £330bn of guarantees and the Coronavirus Job Retention and VAT deferral schemes
- Highlights ongoing government engagement with industry leaders and trade associations
The full letter can be read at https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/coronavirus-covid-19-letter-to-the-manufacturing-sector
