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The RIBA has responded to the Government’s new scheme (announced on 26 March) to support the UK’s self-employed affected by the coronavirus outbreak.

On 26 March 2020, the Chancellor announced further measures to support self-employed workers that have been affected by the COVID-19 outbreak. Find out more here.

Carys Rowlands, RIBA Head of Professional Standards, explains the key provisions to be aware of during the COVID-19 disruption.

Find support and advice for maintaining your mental wellbeing

A note from RIBA Executive Director Professional Services, Adrian Dobson on preparing for non-essential site closures.

Find out what you can do as a practice leader, salaried staff member or student during this challenging time.

RIBA International are on the lookout for members in practice and architecture schools with expertise in Artificial Intelligence (AI). This could include working with Big Data to create intuitive environments, planning Smart Cities and the use of smart materials, a Parametrics Design approach or advanced visualisation skills in both projects and research.

On Wednesday 18 March, RIBA CEO Alan Vallance wrote to the Chancellor to set out urgent measures required to support architects over the coming weeks and months.

On Friday 20 March the Chancellor outlined further financial support to protect jobs, businesses and households against the economic impacts of coronavirus. Read our summary here.

The RIBA has responded to the Government’s latest financial measures including paying wages for workers facing job losses and deferring the next quarter of VAT payments.