Punchline Business and Community Champion: Construction firm donates face masks to NHS front line
26th March 2020
Punchline is highlighting some of the amazing acts of perseverance, adaptation and downright generosity being performed by Gloucestershire businesses to help their communities.
Restaurant and deli becomes social distancing supermarket
26th March 2020
An upmarket Cotswold restaurant and deli has transformed itself into an online and phone supermarket to help get food to anyone who needs it during the coronavirus crisis.
Coffee business seeks the sweet aroma - of survival
26th March 2020
Just by drinking a cup of coffee you could be helping a Gloucestershire business survive the coronavirus crisis.
COVID-19 Rapid Response Appeal launched to support NHS staff in Gloucestershire
26th March 2020
An appeal has been launched to support our amazing NHS staff as Gloucestershire’s hospitals come under increasing pressure as a result of COVID-19.
Construction materials provider with Gloucestershire bases suspends all 'non-critical' operations
26th March 2020
Construction materials provider Breedon Group have announced that they will temporarily close all of their UK production sites, including their two Gloucestershire depots.
Staff at two Gloucestershire sites working hard to keep critical services on the road
26th March 2020
Expert staff at two Gloucestershire sites are playing a vital role in ensuring critical services are being delivered during the Coronavirus Crisis.
Government issue instructions for tradespeople working in homes and clarifies business closure rules
26th March 2020
Further guidance has been released by the Government in response to Monday’s virtual lockdown announcement.
Clap for our carers: National round of applause planned for 8pm tonight
26th March 2020
People across the UK are being urged to join a round of applause for the heroes tackling the Coronavirus Crisis at 8pm tonight.
Sue Ryder make urgent plea for personal protective equipment to carry on vital hospice work
26th March 2020
Sue Ryder have issued an urgent plea to kit out its doctors and nurses with an additional and continuous supply of personal protective equipment.
Five people per second volunteer to help the NHS, Prime Minister Boris Johnson has revealed
25th March 2020
The Prime Minister used his daily Downing Street briefing to offer a string of thank yous in response to the sacrifices and measures made by the population since Monday's lockdown announcement.
Praise for the 400-strong 'social care army' still working hard for Gloucestershire care charity
25th March 2020
The social care army of dedicated employees working for a Gloucestershire care charity have been praised for their unstinting efforts in the face of the Coronavirus Crisis.
Full details of how to apply for, and what roles are needed, in the NHS Volunteer Responder scheme
25th March 2020
Join Gloucestershire's army of volunteers that will help the NHS care for the most vulnerable members of society throughout the Coronavirus Crisis
Mears Group to commit staff to the government's call for coronavirus volunteers
25th March 2020
The Gloucester-based firm look set to join the call to arms made by the government and supply volunteers to the ongoing efforts to battle coronavirus.
Pennant thankful for government support as some staff are put on Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme
25th March 2020
Pennant International have released an update on the effect the Coronavirus Crisis is having on their business and their team of staff at their Gloucestershire headquarters.
Coronavirus triggers "unprecedented" demand for wine at Gloucestershire super supplier
25th March 2020
If you have ever seen the wine warehouse in Brockworth belonging to Laithwaite's you might think the nation incapable of drinking it dry. But is seems we are giving it a good go.
China still open to major deal with Gloucestershire firm
25th March 2020
Even in these desperately trying times a Gloucestershire-based business has been able to secure a potentially lucrative deal with China.
Forest Green Rovers go into 'hibernation' and furlough all staff
25th March 2020
Forest Green Rovers have taken the decision to furlough all staff and use the Government’s Coronavirus Support Scheme.
Fashion brand calls for three-month rent holiday and asks staff to take unpaid leave
25th March 2020
Fashion retailer New Look has confirmed it has asked for a three month rent holiday, halted production plans and reportedly asked all staff to take unpaid leave.
EDF confirms it is reducing workforce by half
25th March 2020
EDF, the energy giant which has its UK headquarters in Gloucestershire, has confirmed it is reducing the workforce as its Hinkley Point C nuclear plant project.
Cheltenham-based company Evans Jones launch campaign asking businesses to support NHS heroes
25th March 2020
An appeal asking Gloucestershire Businesses to come together and support NHS staff throughout the Coronavirus Crisis has been launched by the Cheltenham-based company.
Health secretary issues plea for 250,000 volunteers and says new measures are 'rules, not advice'
24th March 2020
Matt Hancock also confirmed that a new 4,000 bed hospital is being created at London's ExCel centre to cope with the surge in demand from coronavirus patients.
'You must stay at home' - The government published instructions on the virtual lockdown in full
24th March 2020
Every citizen is instructed to comply with these new measures – the message from the government is clear about what is expected after last night’s landmark lockdown address.
Hundreds respond to call for volunteer Community Champions in Gloucester
24th March 2020
Community champions have delivered thousands of leaflets across Gloucester offering to help their neighbours who may be in need during the Coronavirus Crisis.
Government working hard to establish a support package for self-employed workers and freelancers
24th March 2020
Gloucester MP Richard Graham raised the impact on the self-employed during the second reading of the Coronavirus Bill in the House of Commons yesterday.
Full list of business premises that must close and the limited ones that can stay open
24th March 2020
A list of the business premises that will be expected to close has been published by the government in the wake of last night’s lockdown announcement.
Renishaw acts swiftly to halt spread of coronavirus
24th March 2020
Engineering giant Renishaw is currently deep cleaning one of its buildings in Gloucestershire after a staff member tested positive for COVID-19.
Cheltenham business unveils £6 million deal
24th March 2020
A well-known Cheltenham advanced materials business has raised £6 million from an American investor, which will help it advance despite the coronavirus crisis.
Man seriously injured following glider crash in Cotswolds
24th March 2020
An investigation has been launched after a glider crashed near Stroud.
Cold turkey on the menu for loyal customers of Greggs, Subway, Nandos and McDonalds
24th March 2020
For fans of some of the biggest food brands on our high streets there will be only one stark option now to deal with their cravings - cold turkey.
Gloucestershire Counselling charity adapts service to help vulnerable and issues plea for donations
24th March 2020
Gloucestershire Counselling Services have managed to change its service completely in the last few days to offer remote support to some of the most vulnerable members of the community.
Gloucestershire insurance company sold to US firm
24th March 2020
A specialist insurance provider with its head office in Gloucestershire has been sold to an American company.
Stay sane with online free fitness classes
24th March 2020
Despite the new measures reinforcing the key message 'Stay at home', we all need to ensure we remain fit and healthy.
Gloucestershire chief constable confirms increase in police presence to oversee coronavirus measures
24th March 2020
Police presence on Gloucestershire’s streets will increase with chief constable saying enforcement will hopefully be a "last resort."
'Open day' at pilot training centre to go ahead
24th March 2020
Just because you have to stay at home it does not stop you 'visiting' Skyborne Airline Academy - especially if you want to learn to fly.
BREAKING NEWS: 'You must stay at home', says Prime Minister as Britain is put in virtual lockdown
23rd March 2020
People will only be allowed to leave the house for food shopping, one daily form of exercise, to tend for vulnerable people or to travel for work - but only if unable to work from home with the measures in place for at least three weeks.
Coronavirus Response: The Punchline Gloucestershire Business Survey - RESULTS
23rd March 2020
Representatives from businesses across Gloucestershire and from 22 different sectors and industries responded to our survey after Friday's landmark announcement of government support to businesses.
A sign of the times - Stroud stays strong as businesses reach out to their community
23rd March 2020
We wanted to run these pictures not to kick us all while we're down, but because we think they speaks volumes for where we all are - and to reflect the great spirit within Gloucestershire.
New Gloucester housing development given the green light by planners
23rd March 2020
The redevelopment of a charity's site in Gloucester has been approved by planners despite numerous objections.
High speed pursuit nets police cocaine, cash, criminals - and a baby
23rd March 2020
A high speed police chase which saw a bag of drugs and cash thrown from a car window came to a dramatic end - when police found a child less than a year old on the back seat.
Cotswold catering company offers services during coronavirus crisis and says it's 'here to help'
23rd March 2020
Cirencester-based Relish events has made an offer for its staff and facilities to be put to use for the good of the local community.
Gloucestershire forecourt sold to Top 50 Indie retailer
23rd March 2020
Commercial property advisors Christie & Co have announced the sale of a garage in Didmarton, Gloucestershire.
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