Google has announced the launch of its new support campaign to help 1 million small British businesses survive the Coronavirus crisis. Small British businesses can sign up for Google’s UK Open For Business support package. The packages offer small businesses a range of tools and initiatives to help them adjust to the current Covid-19 outbreak online.

As part of the commitment, Google has revealed that 25 million pounds worth of advertising credits and grants has been made available to British small businesses, government agencies and NGOs. In partnership with Digital Boost, it will also be offering 10,000 hours of free support and mentoring for companies.

Rishi Sunak, Chancellor of the Exchequer, said in a statement: “Our small businesses form the backbone of the British economy, fuelling growth and creating jobs in communities across the country. This has been a difficult time for them, and that’s why I am delighted that today Google has announced this plan to help small businesses recover from the crisis."