The British Florist Association has posted an updated Q&A for florists , which they compiled on March 24 after speaking to other associations , wholesalers , and our florist industry colleagues .
Does a florist shop reckoning as non - essential?Yes , therefore you must close up your clientele to the worldwide public walking into your shop or studio . Just because you might work at home , unexampled rules on social distancing and working from home still applies .
Can I keep my online business?Yes . if you sell online then you may continue to run your business .
I have read that I can not apply for a Duncan James Corrow Grant if I remain with my business , is this true?No . Department for Business , Innovation and Skills help line aver ‘ ’ bloom shop have to close to the populace . Florist can swap on - crease , can also accept telephone calls ( i.e for funeral work ) and florists can deliver .
Small business concern grants if eligible , will be pay by your local self-confidence and are not impact if you continue trading online ’’ .
The local authorities will be in touch modality with those businesses where they think the grants apply ( the Duncan Grant are not take as such ) and as above are presumptively awaiting more detail from the Government before issue these letters .
We conceive that the relevant local confidence will demand to be contacted like a shot if you want a classical answer – once they have invite the necessary guidance from the Government .
What welfare can I claim?Whether you are currently in or out of work , if you are on a down income and affect by the economical shock of COVID-19 , you will be able to get at the full range of the welfare organisation , include Universal Credit .
Have all middleman closed down?No . Some larger on-line company are still run deliveries into the UK from Holland . If these are not your normal suppliers then you may be involve to pay upfront . Do n’t expect recognition terms . agriculturalist demand their money also . British grower are also available for a limited supply but you must contact them directly and arrange your own deliveries where potential .
Can I save to the funeral directors?Yes . We have contacted the NFD which have now send word you contact your local funeral directors . Deliveries are still allowed ( if your FD set aside ) as long as you follow governing advice .
Can I get support for tear costs?You shouldcheck your eligibility for Universal Credit , which is available for people in and out of workplace . funding for rental cost will be paid through Universal Credit .
Do I have lay off all my staff?No , this is a huge decision that only you could make . Please read the following nexus about faculty layoff.https://www.britishfloristassociation.org/for-the-industry/florist-news-on-covid-19/
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