Coronavirus (COVID-19) Latest Updates

This page has been designed to provide up-to-date information, guidance and advice with regards to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

 

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News

Vaccines and Visits

This week the UK will become the first country in the world to roll out the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine.

Brentwood COVID cases "an increasing concern"

As the first vaccinations take place to protect the most frail and vulnerable against COVID-19, it is good to know we have a new weapon in the fight against this coronavirus.

ECC: Essex to Move to Tier 2 Restrictions

The Government has today announced that the majority of the country, including Essex, is to be placed under new Tier 2 restrictions when the current lockdown lifts on Wednesday December 2.

Looking Forward to Christmas

As a Member of Parliament I get asked a wide range of questions on every imaginable topic, but this is the first year constituents have asked for advice on what size turkey to get in for Christmas.

Prime Minister's Covid-19 Winter Plan Announcement & Vaccine Update

Information on the new national restrictions, including what they mean for working from home and business closures, why they are being introduced and the financial support available can be viewed here. Please note, the new local tiered system will come into force at 00:01 on 2 December 2020.

Update: ITSA Self-Serve Time to Pay - Be Aware of Scammers

Many customers deferred their July 2020 Payment on Account, until 31 January 2021. As these customers will need to pay the deferred amount, plus any balancing payment and first 2020/21 payment on account, by 31 January 2021, their January tax bill may be larger than usual.