Edinburgh MP hosts virtual sessions to hear from businesses on Covid problems

Edinburgh West Lib Dem MP Christine Jardine is to host virtual meetings with businesses in her constituency to discuss their concerns about the impact of Covid-19 restrictions.

Christine Jardine say three million have been excluded from support

She said she wanted to hear of any difficulties accessing government schemes or problems faced by those excluded from available support.

“It’s absolutely vital we support as many businesses as possible through this second wave of the virus until the economy is back on a stable footing.

“It is completely unacceptable that both governments have failed to provide support for more than three million people.

“Many are under immense pressure at a time when they would expect to be entering their busiest period of the year.

“We have a chance to take bold steps towards protecting jobs, ensuring businesses continue to thrive and shaping the post-Covid world. But that requires support and funding right now.”

The first session will be on November 26, 6-7pm. Business wanting to get involved can email [email protected] or call 0131 285 5972.

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