
Government business support
This page helps businesses find out how to access the support that has been made available, who is eligible, when the schemes open and how to apply.
Other advice and support
National lockdown - business premises closures
We are under national lockdown restrictions. To reduce social contact, some businesses will have to close and there will be restrictions on how some businesses provide goods and services. Businesses providing essential goods and services can stay open.
The government has issued guidance setting out the restrictions that certain businesses and venues in England are required to follow.
Accommodation
Information for key workers
Car parking
NHS staff can park free of charge in any council owned car parks (with the exception of Regent Arcade car park). NHS staff wishing to use our car parks should display their permit available from their employer. Staff working in the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) have been allocated designated parking.
Growth Hub support and advice
If you are looking for business support and information in light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the Gloucestershire Growth Hub is providing free advice and support for businesses across the county. Please complete the dedicated request form so that the Growth Hub can get you the most up to date information, and free support as quickly and efficiently as we can.
Economic recovery plans
We are working quickly alongside multiple partners and stakeholders to support the borough’s economic recovery.
- Visit our coronavirus recovery page for our recovery strategy and other information.
- Read more detail about how we are working with partners to safely reopen our town centre
- Read the proposals we have put forward to support sustainable travel to aid social distancing and economic recovery

HMRC tax helpline
HMRC have launched a helpline for help businesses concerned about paying their tax due to coronavirus.