Yesterday I told ITV News that there will be no cliff edge to the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme. But as some scenarios show we are potentially spending as much on the furlough scheme as we do on the NHS, I am working out the most effective way to ease people back into work.

The response from #GMVCSE during #Covid19 has been inspirational, but we need support to keep up the good work. Read our letter to govt asking for the help we need to survive #nevermoreneeded #buildbackbetter gmcvo.org.uk/news/gm-vcse-l…

In the absence of a Government commitment to do so, I promised to publish regular updates on regional R numbers. So here’s a table published today by CMMID. Not a great deal of “room for manoeuvre”, as the Chief Scientific Adviser told the UK Prime Minister daily briefing.

Getting lots of enquiries about the new R number for the North West. It’s a significant development that requires a considered response. For that reason, Steve Rotheram & I will hold a joint press briefing at 11am tomorrow. #StayHomeSaveLives

If you own a local business and are reopening your doors this week, make sure your premises is well signed. Head to our website to access downloadable graphics like the below: bit.ly/3dZ6r1H

This graph begs a lot of questions. The biggest of all is this: why did they give the go ahead for the big re-opening on 4th July when they could clearly see what was happening in Leicester?

We’re not back to normal yet. It is vital that you continue to keep a safe distance from others. In situations where you can't keep 2 metres apart, stay at least 1 metre apart while taking other extra precautions. More info ⬇️

Amazing charitable giving in such hard times. A huge thank-you to Keith Thermocill Luke Great British Communications Ltd and all other volunteers. This will make a huge positive impact on the learning environment for our Young People. WiganToday Wigan Council Andy Burnham Cllr Keith Cunliffe

All the team here, bright & early today to start the much needed heating install at Fix It. Thanks once again to Thermocill and Great British Communications Ltd for this amazing gesture..

.....and the boiler goes in Thermocill Great British Communications Ltd

A bit of overhead heating....don't mind if we do.... Superb Thermocill Great British Communications Ltd

Getting ready for the return of our young people #COVIDSECURE

At Fix It, we are proud to still be teaching our learners through remote learning using Google classroom. We are strictly following all guidelines with our learners wellbeing as our main priority. #remotelearning #homelearning #GoogleClassroom

Head's letter to parents encourages those criticising online lessons to "sign up for teacher training at their earliest convenience". tes.com/news/see-if-yo…

We are proud to announce,our founder Keith Rimmer is to join the board of trustees’s at the #Wigan based charity Fix It UK We are #positive Keith will be an asset to the board/staff,playing his part in ensuring the charity moves forward with young learners at heart. #Training

Looking forward to attending Low Carbon Homes | Retrofit Action Week Manchester next week. In #Manchester all new buildings and other infrastructure built within the region will #NetZero carbon by 2028. 😀😀😀 We can't wait to find out more about it and meet all Low Carbon Homes | Retrofit Action Week participants.

We are proud to announce that our founder, Keith Rimmer, is to join Fix It UK's board of trustees. Fix It UK is a #Wigan charity helping young people. Keith will undoubtedly be an asset to the board. buff.ly/3apBbco

Hi everyone, welcome to Fix It! Take a look at what we have to offer ☺️ #OurWigan The MancSpirit Charity

Fantastic organisation, know them well - when I was a Community Payback Officer working in #Wigan & #Bolton I used to get all our vans repaired/serviced at Fix It UK - great to see them still going strong & joining in the The MancSpirit Charity #OurWigan festival! 💜 x