2020

Struggling 'rent-to-own' retailer chain BrightHouse has collapsed into administration after shops had to be shut due to coronavirus restrictions.

Italian-inspired restaurant and deli chain Carluccio's has entered administration, due to problems "exacerbated by Covid-19".

Tens of thousands of UK travellers who are stranded abroad will be flown home thanks to a new Government rescue plan announced today, which will see airlines step up efforts to help passengers and some £75 million spent on special charter flights.

Three major high street retailers have voluntarily closed their online stores in the wake of the UK lockdown to protect staff working in warehouses and distribution centres.

The Government has urged those with imminent house moves to delay their moving date while measures are in place to stop the spread of coronavirus.

Subprime lender Amigo Loans will temporarily only accept new applications to borrow from key workers in emergency situations, blaming the move on "the current Covid-19 situation".

NHS and social care staff will get free car parking when working at hospitals for the duration of the coronavirus outbreak, Health Secretary Matt Hancock has announced.

Home-movers whose moving process has been impacted by the coronavirus outbreak are set to be offered mortgage extensions by their lenders, it has been announced today.

Halifax and Barclays have withdrawn many mortgages from sale this week, making it harder for borrowers with lower equity or deposits to get a new deal, as the impact of coronavirus starts to spread to the housing market.

Self-employed workers will be able to apply for taxable grants worth up to 80% of their average monthly profits to combat loss of income due to the coronavirus pandemic, the Chancellor announced today. But the grants will be capped at £2,500/month and not everyone will be able to claim them – we've full details below on who's eligible, when you'll get the money and what to try in the meantime if you're struggling.