Extended Income Support Seasonal Industries
2020-06-29
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Context
Inquiry into the impact of seasonal industries in Alistair Carmichael's constituency, which has faced significant economic disruption due to the pandemic.
What discussions has she had with Cabinet colleagues on providing extended income support for those in seasonal industries like tourism, given that his constituency is experiencing an unprecedented triple winter effect?
She has regular conversations with the Chancellor regarding support schemes, noting 12 million people supported by existing programmes. Acknowledging the significance of tourism in coastal constituencies like hers, she states that DCMS is working to restart and extend the sector as much as possible during autumn.
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The specific need for extended income support was not addressed directly.
Redirecting Focus To Existing Government Efforts
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