Chancellor's announcement said to be largely good news for businesses in Stamford and Rutland.

However FSB says many firms will still struggle.

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Author: Andy MarshPublished 6th Nov 2020

It's hoped the extension of the furlough scheme until March will give employers across Stamford and Rutland confidence to get through winter

Yesterday, the chancellor announced the self-employed will also receive support increasing to 80 percent of their profits

However the Lincolnshire Federation of Small Businesses says many will struggle.

They fear it'll be especially bad in the run up to Christmas.