Members Update 15/04/20
As we enter our 4th week of lock down restrictions the Committee feel it is important to update you with information on what actions the club have taken during this period to both support the club’s financial position and preparing for the eventual lifting of these restrictions.
Firstly, as our daily operations have been severely affected because of the club closure, and with the agreement of the staff affected, the committee took the decision to place most of its employees on ‘furlough’ . ( see link for further explanation gov.uk – job retention scheme .)
This was done in two stages. Stage 1 included all its bar staff and cleaners as initially the bar and restaurant had to be closed. Stage 2, more recently, included two members of the green staff.
However, to ensure the course is protected and remains playable at the point we can reopen two green staff employees, including our head green keeper, continue to work, all while complying with government and England Golf guidelines on social distancing and essential maintenance. Our Greens Chairman will update members soon on the work that has been completed since the course has been closed and will be taking place in the coming weeks.
Secondly, the club has successfully applied to the Small Business Grant Fund/Retail, Hospitality and Leisure Grant Fund. As you will appreciate the club’s daily income streams have ceased and this grant will be vital in supporting the club with its financial commitments during this lock down period.
The committee will continue to update members as the current situation changes and develops and in readiness for the day the club can operate normally again.
Finally, the committee hope that all our members and their families remain safe and look forward to the day we can all meet again.
Sincere best wishes,
HLSGC Committee
