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The coronavirus is the biggest threat this country has faced for decades – and this country is not alone.

All over the world we are seeing the devastating impact of this invisible killer.

The Government last night issued further advice regarding essential and non-essential travel:

This guidance is for people planning to visit second homes or holiday premises during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

The Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, the Rt Hon Robert Jenrick, has issued a statement providing explanation and detail of Government support in a number of areas including social care, private renting, rough sleeping and business.

The Chancellor has announced a massive package of financial measures to support the economy against the coronavirus impact.

It includes £330bn in loans, £20bn in other aid, a business rates holiday, and grants for retailers and pubs. Help for airlines is also being considered.

The Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) is now advising British people against all non-essential travel worldwide as from today, 17th March.

The advice takes effect immediately and applies initially for a period of 30 days.

The Government has issued new advice to reduce social interaction between people in order to reduce the transmission of coronavirus (COVID-19).

The spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) is understandably concerning and, as the situation develops, it is becoming apparent that ‘life as we know it’ may not be able to carry on for a period of time.

Derek is delighted that two small businesses on the Lizard are in with a chance of picking up a ‘Rural Oscar’ at an awards ceremony recognising the best small businesses in the country.

MP Derek Thomas says today’s Budget announcements scrapping business rates for a year will be welcomed by hundreds of small businesses in West Cornwall.

West Cornwall MP Derek Thomas, local businesses and residents as well as volunteers from Plastic Free Penzance made the most of a bright, sunny morning to clear up plastic pollution in Eastern Green at the weekend.