This important inquiry was launched in December 2020, in response to reports of escalating violence and verbal abuse towards retail workers – even more so during the pandemic. This is the report from the first session 2021-2022. It’s summary concludes: “Violence and abuse towards retail workers is a complex issue and any meaningful solution will…
October is only three months away, so it’s time to get ready for the expansion of the London Ultra Low Emission Zone into West London. Vehicles that do not meet the criteria will have to pay a daily charge of £12.50. You can check if your vehicle meets the standards here, and see which parts…
Make It Ealing sits on the High Street Task Force created by Ealing council to deliver the initiatives funded by the WBF (Welcome Back Fund) and invites businesses to take part in the borough-wide Love Ealing, Love Local campaign. Check the Love Ealing, Love Local toolkit to see how you can spark enthusiasm and conversations about your…
We’re bringing some positive news for hospitality to your attention! The government announced that the pavement licences will be extended by 12 months! Many of our businesses applied for this licence to facilitate more outdoor dining space. As long as Parliament approves this measure, this means that it is still worth applying via Ealing Council as you’ll be able to…
As the trial of Low Traffic Neighbourhoods comes to an end mid-August, Ealing Council has launched a ‘CPZ-style’ consultation to give local people and businesses the final word on whether they are made permanent or not. This will run between 1st and 23rd July, with residents in affected areas receiving leaflets to lodge their views. Further information…
Important changes to the furlough scheme are about to come into place. From 1 July 2021, the government will cover up to 70% of wages for hours worked (up to £2,187.50) and then up to 60% (up to £1,875) from 1 August. Employers are expected to make up the difference. Visit gov.uk to read about the full update.
Congratulations to Yorkshire Building Society, who have been named the Personal Finance Provider and the Best Society Savings Provider of the Year. Awarded at the Moneyfacts Awards 2021, the YSB Director of Savings Tina Hughes said, “We’re thrilled to be recognised as the Personal Finance Provider of the Year, to receive this award is a great…
Ealing Nub News has profiled one of Expert Window Art‘s artists, Alessandra Tortone, in a piece highlighting our Welcome Back to Shopping Local campaign. Make It Ealing first brought Expert Window Art on board to do Halloween themed window art in 2018. The response from the Ealing community was positive – especially from the businesses…
As host city to some of this year’s UEFA Euro 2020 championship, everyone is feeling the football buzz. But even if you aren’t attending any games in person, we’ve got you sorted with a range of places to support your team. Your options for venues showing them include Brewdog Ealing, Beerkat, The Drapers Arms, the Grove,…
The Prime Minister has announced that there will be a pause in the Roadmap and we will remain at Stage 3 for a further four weeks, with some limited changes in restrictions from June 21. We know this is a blow to those businesses banking on opening up fully next week. Please note that we continue to update…