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<p>I am very aware of the issues currently facing organisations in this sector with
falls in income and pressure on staff. Defra is in regular contact with the main bodies
representing the sector, including the Canine and Feline Sector Group, the Association
of Dogs and Cats Homes and the equine welfare charities, to understand their position
and offer advice. The Government has supported the sector, providing guidance which
enables it to continue to operate within the current restrictions which is available
here: <a href="http://www.cfsg.org.uk/coronavirus/SiteAssets/SitePages/Home/CFSG%20Guidance%20for%20Pet%20Rescues.pdf"
target="_blank">www.cfsg.org.uk/coronavirus/SiteAssets/SitePages/Home/CFSG%20Guidance%20for%20Pet%20Rescues.pdf</a>.</p><p>
</p><p>Where income has fallen we have encouraged the sector to consider all the various
financial support arrangements already announced by the Chancellor, and issued guidance
for the charity sector which provides further information and advice on raising funds,
available here: <a href="http://www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-guidance-for-the-charity-sector"
target="_blank">www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-guidance-for-the-charity-sector</a>.
Social enterprises such as community interest companies can benefit from all of the
measures set out by the Chancellor to benefit small businesses. We are also exploring
the possibility of assistance from the additional specific fund recently announced
by the Chancellor to support charities and not-for-profit organisations.</p>
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