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Worrying facts on the impact of Covid-19 locally
03/07/2020 @ 12:57
More than 13,100 workers furloughed and a 156 per cent jump in unemployment - those are just the initial findings of the impact of coronavirus on the local economy to date.
Powys County Council released the figures as part of a report that's been discussed by its Cabinet which also confirmed £46.6 million has been paid out in business support to 4,020 businesses in the county up to 11 June.
The news comes just a day after MyNewtown reported the long-term economic impact of the pandemic on the area.
Council Leader Councillor Rosemarie Harris said: “We know the COVID-19 outbreak has had a devastating impact on every aspect of the county’s social and economic well-being. The report examines the impact in detail covering key areas of operation and will be crucial in our recovery planning.
“The information collected during the first three months of the pandemic makes bleak reading, residents, businesses, communities and the county council have been severely affected and the repercussions for everyone will be felt for many years to come.
“The report ‘Understanding the Impact of COVID-19 in Powys’ identifies key areas of operation, the impact felt so far and the county council’s response. The insight gained as part of the impact review will be important in planning our recovery and will be crucial in lobbying Welsh Government for their continued financial support.”
The impact assessment will be will sent to all councillors, Welsh Government, WLGA, the Public Service Board and Wales Audit Office for information on Monday (6 July).
Key Findings
Business Support £46.6m paid out to 4,020 businesses (as of June 11 – the second highest in Wales)
Employment 23% per cent of county workforce furloughed (13,100)
Unemployment increased 156% = 2,225
Food and accommodation services GDP by 92%
Nearly 400 volunteers recruited
More than 5,000 vulnerable residents contacted
16 childcare hubs established with more than 300 pupils attending
881 IT devices distributed to help pupils access learning
14% (290) extra pupils access free school meals
600 homeless presentations made – 300% during busiest period
Council projecting £16m deficit as result of Coronavirus
201 council staff furloughed
Most staff home working
1,100% increase in network use
634% increase in online meeting use
18% decrease in emails
162K reduction in council business miles in May
Powys County Council released the figures as part of a report that's been discussed by its Cabinet which also confirmed £46.6 million has been paid out in business support to 4,020 businesses in the county up to 11 June.The news comes just a day after MyNewtown reported the long-term economic impact of the pandemic on the area.
Council Leader Councillor Rosemarie Harris said: “We know the COVID-19 outbreak has had a devastating impact on every aspect of the county’s social and economic well-being. The report examines the impact in detail covering key areas of operation and will be crucial in our recovery planning.
“The information collected during the first three months of the pandemic makes bleak reading, residents, businesses, communities and the county council have been severely affected and the repercussions for everyone will be felt for many years to come.
“The report ‘Understanding the Impact of COVID-19 in Powys’ identifies key areas of operation, the impact felt so far and the county council’s response. The insight gained as part of the impact review will be important in planning our recovery and will be crucial in lobbying Welsh Government for their continued financial support.”
The impact assessment will be will sent to all councillors, Welsh Government, WLGA, the Public Service Board and Wales Audit Office for information on Monday (6 July).
Key Findings
Business Support £46.6m paid out to 4,020 businesses (as of June 11 – the second highest in Wales)
Employment 23% per cent of county workforce furloughed (13,100)
Unemployment increased 156% = 2,225
Food and accommodation services GDP by 92%
Nearly 400 volunteers recruited
More than 5,000 vulnerable residents contacted
16 childcare hubs established with more than 300 pupils attending
881 IT devices distributed to help pupils access learning
14% (290) extra pupils access free school meals
600 homeless presentations made – 300% during busiest period
Council projecting £16m deficit as result of Coronavirus
201 council staff furloughed
Most staff home working
1,100% increase in network use
634% increase in online meeting use
18% decrease in emails
162K reduction in council business miles in May
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