NCSC have put out an updated blog concerning Cyber Essentials:

https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/blog-post/cyber-essentials-countdown-to-partnership-launch

and also updated their Cyber Essentials FAQ:

https://www.cyberessentials.ncsc.gov.uk/strengthening-developing-the-ce-scheme

Consult MB Ltd is pleased to confirm, in terms of both the new technical Pen Testing requirements, and the new quality requirements, that we are ready for the 1 April Cyber Essentials changes. Our customer base across Somerset, Bristol, and surrounding areas continues to grow as we provide cost effective cyber security solutions and Cyber Essentials/Plus certification to our clients.