Northumberland will be among the first county councils to benefit from the rollout of 600,000 more rapid Covid tests.           

New statistics demonstrate huge levels of support for businesses in Northumberland from central government. Over £200 billion has been provided to businesses and individuals across the UK.

Richard Wearmouth, Northumberland County Council’s cabinet member with responsibility for Economic Development has welcomed the announcement that the UK Government-owned British Business Bank has issued its 75,000th loan through its Start Up Loans programme, marking more than £623 million investe

The Chancellor has announced a much-needed boost for tourism and hospitality businesses in Northumberland, as part of his Summer Economic Update to kickstart the economy post-coronavirus.