Norfolk County Council are circulating a survey to butchers, green grocers and pharmacies across the county, to better understand the impact COVID-19 is having on their current and future business, and seek to ensure that appropriate support is put in place.
Norfolk County Council is working in partnership with business leaders and district authorities to support small local businesses, vital to the county’s resilience, amidst the current pandemic.
The Council are keen to hear from these crucial businesses involved in the supply of food and medicine about their ability to maintain these essential services throughout the pandemic and invite them to complete the survey.
Cllr Graham Plant, Deputy leader of Norfolk County Council and Cabinet Member for Growing the Economy said: “These businesses are at the sharp end of service delivery and are vital to the resilience of the county, particularly in rural communities.
“We want to hear about any challenges they face now, or may face in the future, as we’re keen to understand how the Council and other public bodies can help.”
Chris Starkie, chief executive of New Anglia LEP, said: “This is a really challenging time for businesses and we’re working closely with local partners to provide support. Frontline businesses which provide the essentials which we all need are facing particular challenges around supply chains, social distancing guidelines and staffing so it is important that they receive the help they need to keep operating in our communities.”
Complete the survey here.