Atex is offering free implementation of a platform which shows what shops and services are still working, their opening times and how to access them.

Through its partner Tranmatico, the vendor is making the digital platform to manage local shops' availability, free to publishers on request, during the coronavirus emergency.

"Our only request will be to include a reference to Atex in each marketing initiative about this service," said a spokesperson.

Local shops and businesses can add their opening times and announcements, and individuals offer neighbourhood help, while the customisable platform provides full-text search and map navigation for readers. It is available on a third-level domain (shoplocal.yoursite.co.uk) or through iframe.

Atex says it will provide installation "within a few days", hosting, operation and further development free in association with Transmatico.