At this present time employment is a concern on many people’s minds, both for job seekers and employers. In response to these challenges the Department for Work and Pensions has launched two new websites.

As the government strives to do all can to support businesses, so far, 69,000 Bounce Back Loans worth over £2 billion have been approved in just the first 24 hours.

Mrs Heather Wheeler

To minimise the spread of the Coronavirus, we need to be able to track where it is. As we hit our target of 100,000 tests a day we must now work to track the virus. That is why I am pleased to hear a new app will be tested from today on the Isle of White to speed up contact tracing. 

Since the governments recruitment drive in September 2019, I am delighted to see an extra 60 Police officers on the streets of Derbyshire.

As schools remain closed and many of us now have more time on our hands. Why not use this time to learn something new and exciting.

Many people find themselves sitting at home as businesses have temporarily closed, but now can be the perfect time to learn new skills and develop. I am pleased that a new online learning platform has been set up to help boost the nations skills.

I am pleased that the Chancellor has announced this the new Bounce Back loan to support small businesses in South Derbyshire . Many small businesses have been the most exposed to the impact of the coronavirus.

The Government is committed to widening access to testing and achieving 100,000 tests a day by appointment, by the end of April. I welcome the news that testing will now be expanded to all essential workers and their households who are now showing symptoms of the coronavirus.

I  am amazed by the number of volunteers coming forward to help in the national effort to fight the Coronavirus. People in South Derbyshire have been doing a fantastic job helping their local communities and supporting vulnerable people.