AVA COVID-19 Update, April 9th
What happened this week?
You may have seen the various communications circulating recently, so we wanted to ensure you were up to date with everything your Trade Association is doing to help the vending industry. Here’s what you have missed (or perhaps not) this week:
‘Useful Links’: Government advice links which have been significantly updated this week:
GOV.uk update on grants, loans and HMRC Holidays: Coronavirus Covid-19-Guidance on Business Support Grant Funding
ACAS JRS update: www.acas.org.uk
Update on Business Rates Relief: Financial Support for Businesses During Coronavirus Covid-19 HERE
AVA Webinar: Government Grants, Relief and HMRC ‘Holidays’
On Tuesday, we held our first webinar with Chartered Accountant Russell Smith. Participants were able to ask our expert questions regarding Government Grants, Relief and HMRC ‘Holidays’, getting first hand information and advice from Russell and Chief Executive of the AVA, David Llewellyn. If you weren’t able to attend, you can view the full webinar: Here. Or you can contact Russell directly for any help or advice at, Russell Smith Accountancy can be contact at: support@rsaccountancy.co.uk
The next AVA Webinar covering the COVID-19 Job Retention Scheme (Furlough) and HR Q&A will take place at 11:00 Thursday 16th April . Watch out for details!
AVA COVID-19 Update, April 9th
AVA ‘Vending is Safe’ machine poster
The German vending association and the EVA have produced a poster to emphasise that vending is a safe unattended retail outlet. We have translated and reproduced for you to download and use if you wish – (that’s it on the left): COVID-19 Machine Poster
‘Useful Links’: Government advice links which have been significantly updated this week:
GOV.uk update on grants, loans and HMRC Holidays: Coronavirus Covid-19-Guidance on Business Support Grant Funding
ACAS JRS update: www.acas.org.uk
AVA COVID-19 Update, April 9th
Update on Business Rates Relief: Financial Support for Businesses During Coronavirus Covid-19
If you didn’t see the email yesterday, the NHS is seeking coffee machines and supplies to help keep doctors and nurses going through their long shifts during the coronavirus crisis. We have been told by the NHS Coffee Appeal team that they had an influx of offers from AVA Members so we would like to thank everyone who got in touch. If you would like more information or would like to help in the appeal, you can contact the NHS Team direct at OR 07718 589090
On Wednesday, AVA Futures held their second Coffee Morning to help keep spirits high during this time. This Coffee Morning will continue during the COVID-19 situation so if you would like to join the next one on Wednesday 15th April at 11:00, email for details on how to join.
WE NEED YOU! We have noticed that during these trying times, we need positivity more than ever so we want to know any GOOD NEWS you may have. Perhaps you have helped in the NHS Coffee Appeal? Or maybe you have some positive news at home that you would like to share? No matter what it is, we want to know! So send your stories* and once we have enough positivity to share with you all, you will be able to find them on the AVA Website next week.
*PS: Send them to Planet Vending too, please! – Ed
AVA COVID-19 Update, April 9th
More coronavirus related news is HERE on Planet Vending