Tag: furlough scheme

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How is furlough changing and when will it end?

Although lockdown restrictions have been lifted here in the UK, Covid-19 is still posing a number of challenges, especially when it comes to protecting the economy. And, with the Government furlough scheme, which has protected millions of jobs over the past year, due to end in September, many people are worried if there will be…

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Furlough Scheme Extended in Response to Latest Lockdown

Furlough Scheme Extended in Response to Latest Lockdown As England and Scotland return to a full lockdown, the Furlough Scheme has once again been extended in order to support businesses and employees who are unable to work as a result of the restrictions.   The scheme was originally due to end at the end of…

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Covid 19 – What is happening to the furlough scheme?

The UK Government’s Furlough Scheme: What You Need to Know The UK Government’s furlough scheme was first introduced in March 2020 to prevent mass redundancies as the Coronavirus pandemic took hold across the country. With businesses closing their doors and economic uncertainty at an all-time high, the scheme provided a vital lifeline to employees and…