Coronavirus Updates

Alexandra Workwear has designed and manufactured a clear face mask for the deaf and hard-of-hearing community. Nick Reynolds, purchasing and category manager, said: “We are pleased to now be able to supply clear face coverings because we know they will be a lifeline for the deaf community and anyone who …

Schoolwear specialist William Turner has now added face coverings to its product range. Available plain from stock in a youths size (suitable for ages 8-15) and in all the popular school colours (black, navy, red, royal, bottle and maroon), these are ideal for school use. A larger adults size is …

The Welsh government has praised Alexandra Workwear for its COVID-19 response, after transforming its operations to meet unprecedented demand from frontline healthcare workers. Alexandra has been working closely with the Welsh Government throughout the coronavirus crisis to co-ordinate international supply chain networks but also to source manufacturing capacity for scrubs …

Rishi Sunak, Chancellor of the Exchequer, has unveiled plans for the Job Support Scheme which will replace the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme on Sunday, November 1. Running for six months, the scheme will top up salaries in firms which can’t take employees back full-time. To be eligible, employees must work …

Snap Products has increased its production of dye sublimation printed face masks in response to customer demand. The increased capacity and state-of-the-art production facilities, combined with a large UK stock holding, means a 24-hour express service is now available. All products are branded in-house, ensuring speed of service and high-quality …

Employees which are still furloughed as we head into September will continue to receive 80% of their salary, however 10% of this will now be paid by employers. The government will pay 70% of wages up to a cap of £2,187.50 for the hours the employee is on furlough. Employers …

Bradford-based Dominion Print has launched a new service supplying protective face masks with bespoke branding for businesses and organisations in a wide range of sectors. The company has created the Let’s Face It range of reusable coverings which are designed to specification by Dominion’s creative team and manufactured at its factory …

The director of Project Plan B is urging designers and product developers to think about products’ end of working life – with the motto ‘protect others, protect the planet.’ Tim Cross said: “Nearly 90% of UK workwear already ends up in landfill or incinerated every year – COVID-19 has exacerbated …

The government’s COVID-19 Self-Employment Income Support Scheme (SEISS) is now open for the second round of applications, offering a grant worth up to £6,570. Those eligible will now be able to apply for a second and final grant covering 70% of their average monthly trading profits. The grant will be …

With face coverings now mandatory in most indoor settings, YR has launched a mask personalisation service. YR Masks, enable customers to purchase washable, customisable, face coverings, which are available in sizes suitable for adults and children from five years up. The masks are double layer fabric, with the inner layer …