BCC responds to government support to prevent business evictions

17th September 2020

Commenting on extended support to prevent business evictions until the end of 2020, announced by the government today, BCC Co-Executive Director Claire Walker said:

“Both tenants and landlords will welcome the government's flexible and pragmatic approach which may protect firms from eviction who are struggling with their cashflow.

“Today's announcement will provide much-needed breathing space and give businesses a chance to plan and successfully rebuild their operations.”

 

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