Boris Johnson Plans Extra Help for U.K. Businesses Hit by Covid Rules

  • Pubs and restaurants could be shut next week, under new curbs
  • Sunak has said he’s ready to do more if pandemic worsens
U.K.'s Johnson Vows to Get Country 'Back to Normal'
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Boris Johnson’s government has drawn up rescue measures for U.K. businesses struggling to cope in areas forced into local Covid lockdowns, as ministers prepare to impose tighter rules within days.

No firm date has been set for rolling out the package, which is dependent on changes to the restrictions as the pandemic unfolds, according to people familiar with the matter.