As we navigate our way through the Covid-19 crisis and the new normal, this page is designed to help businesses get back up on their feet with the latest guidance from Government, Westminster, the Mayor of London and other key stakeholders.
Reopening Paddington Safely
Businesses listed by government, that are COVID-secure and able to manage the requirements that will keep customers safe, are able to open their premises. The BID has worked closely with Westminster Council and TfL to make sure Paddington is ready to welcome people back.
Pavement widening barriers have been added to Praed Street, London Street and Spring Street to provide safer pedestrian and cycle routes. 2m distancing signage has been added to lamp posts and barriers throughout the area. We are also collectively looking at possible sites for cycle parking to accommodate the increase in commuters avoiding public transport. For more information from TfL on how to travel safely please click here.
Businesses that are reopening must ensure that their workplaces are safe for customers and workers. The government has produced detailed workplace-specific guidance to help ensure workplaces are safe as possible, as well as further guidance for the retail sector on how they can reopen and operate safely.
Latest Guidance
Three Tier Covid Lockdown Rules Explained
Key Changes to Hospitality Sector Licensing Legislation: Met Police Letter
Latest Government Measures to Combat Second Wave – 22 September 2020
How to generate a QR code for your business
Rule of Six Government Guidelines
Westminster Council
Free digital training for Westminster businesses
Westminster Council Letter to Robert Jenrick, Housing and Communities MP
Westminster Council Coronavirus Impact Stats
Mayor of London
Back to Business Fund – £5000 for small businesses.
Mayor London Letter to PM 12 August
Eat Out to Help Out
Eat Out to Help Out – What’s Open in Paddington
Eat Out to Help Out – Government Guidance
Eat Out to Help Out Scheme: How to Register
Face Coverings
Face coverings: when to wear one and how to make your own
Face coverings mandatory on public transport
Government Advice for Businesses Reopening
Reopening office spaces safely
Reopening hotels and guest accommodation safely.
Reopening pubs, restaurants and close contact services
Government outlines support for pubs, cafes and restaurants
Westminster guidance on shisha smoking
Reopening gyms and pools safely.
Government guidance for businesses on reopening of tourism and visitor attractions on July 4
Queue Management and 2m Distancing
Guidance for queue management with social distancing
Social distancing free floor stickers and templates
Free Test and Trace Recording for Businesses
e-Slot – Make Bookings, Manage Queues, Issue Tickets, Test & Trace
Traveling Safely
Transport for London Hygiene and Safety Measures
Government Guidance on Safer Travel on Public Transport
New TfL Go App Helps You Travel Off Peak and Advise Best Social Distancing Routes
National Rail
National Rail Travel Advice for employers and employees/passengers
Cycling
Cycle Streets is a useful cycling journey planner.
Traveling Abroad
Covid-19 Government Travel Advice
Other useful resources
Guidance on Smoking Shisha Safely
For more Covid-19 related resources and advice and guidance when in lockdown click here.
