For everything you need to know about Fleet in Hampshire
Consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in the country, Fleet in Hampshire has so much to offer whether you are looking for great independent retailers or high street essentials, somewhere to meet up with friends for a coffee or a great night out.
Check out our website, including the what’s on guide, latest news and support for businesses. Whatever Fleet means to you you’ll find it all here at FindYourFleet.
Latest News for Fleet in Hampshire
Fleet BID Retail Recovery Guide
The government hopes that non-essential shops will be able to open from 1 June. To support businesses to prepare, Fleet BID has developed a Retail Recovery Guide with a summary of advice and support available.
Government COVID-19 Recovery Plan published
The Government published its COVID-19 recovery strategy on 11th May with the aim of the plan to “return life to as close to normal as possible, for an many people as possible as fast and fairly as possible in a way that avoids a new epidemic, minimises lives lost and maximises, health, economic and social outcomes”. Social distancing is still essential but people who cannot work from home are being encouraged to return to work if their workplace is open and people can now spend longer outside.
Celebrate the 75th Anniversary of VE Day with the Royal British Legion
Friday 8th May is the 75th anniversary of VE Day and a Bank Holiday. Here is a rundown of the events planned by the Royal British Legion as well as resources for home schooling and links to useful websites.
Bounce back loans for small businesses
From 4th May businesses can apply for Bounce Back loans, new 100% government backed loan scheme for small business. Businesses will be able to borrow between £2,000 and £50,000 and access the cash within days and loans will be interest free for the first 12 months.
Government launches top-up to local business grant funds scheme
The Government has launched top ups to local business grants aimed at small businesses with ongoing fixed property-related costs. Grants will be distributed via Local Authorities with the allocation at the discretion of local authorities.
HMRC Job Retention Scheme portal open for companies to claim for furloughed employees
The HMRC Portal for businesses to claim for furloughed employees through the Coronavirus Job Retention scheme opened at 8am on Monday 20th April. Businesses can apply through their Government Gateway Account.
FindYourFleet is brought to you by the Fleet Business Improvement District, Fleet BID. We are a not for profit organisation led and funded by the business community in Fleet, Hampshire. Fleet BID was established in 2017 representing the business community in central Fleet to deliver events and activities in Fleet, Hampshire to make our town a great place to eat out, shop, work and do business.