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Spring 2020 The quarterly newsletter of the British Vehicle Rental & Leasing Association
Life after Covid-19
The Covid-19 Pandemic is the single most dramatic event to have impacted our citizens, industry and wider economy in the entire 53-year history of the BVRLA.
The arrival of coronavirus impacted everybody – and quickly – challenging the most resilient and affecting the entire automotive supply chain. Doors closed on UK homes and businesses. Manufacturing halted, vehicle movement stopped, and rental companies switched from serving retail customers to essential business services and key workers.
In March, the BVRLA was quick to adapt working practices and took steps to stop faceto-face engagement. All members of staff were equipped with the tools to work from home, and except for not carrying out face-to-face activities, the association has continued to support members and ensure that the voice of the industry has been heard by government, regulators and others influencing policy.
As the UK starts to ease the lockdown and enters the next phase of life after Covid-19, businesses are putting measures in place to resume business activity whilst keeping employees and customers safe. u
Practical tips for businesses planning a safe return to work The Government is asking businesses to take the following 5 practical steps:
1. Carry out a COVID-19 risk assessment 2. Develop cleaning, handwashing and hygiene procedures 3. Help people to work from home 4. Maintain 2m social distancing, where possible 5. Where people cannot be 2m apart, manage transmission risk
Employers should also read all the Government guidelines relevant to your workplace environment, including for offices, vehicles and branches.
Full guidance details can be found on the Covid-19 Business Advice page of the BVRLA website. u
Over 5.55 million cases of Covid-19 have been diagnosed, with more than 350,000 fatalities globally including over 37,000 deaths in the UK.
World Health Organisation figures as at 10am on 27 May 2020.
