Coronavirus

BUSINESS SUPPORT - GOVERNMENT SUPPORT SCHEMES

The government have announced a package of temporary  measures to support business and these schemes can be found  https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/guidance-to-employers-and-businesses-about-covid-19

Please note that as these schemes have only recently been announced they will take time to be set up. Please be patient, funding and grants will not be instantly available and it will take some weeks for these to filter through.   

Regular updates are being published on www.gov.uk website or  www.acas.org.uk website. 

EMPLOYED STAFF - FURLOUGH LEAVE SCHEME FOR EMPLOYED STAFF

Furlough leave has been introduced by the government. The government have announced that under this scheme they will reimburse employers 80% of wages to a maximum liability of £2,500 per month per employee.  this has been extended to October with changes anticipated for more flexible working options under the scheme. 

PLEASE NOTE:

Employers should, wherever possible continue to pay the wages, however the government recognise that different businesses will face different impact from Coronavirus and employers may need to discuss alternative arrangements will their employees.  Emloyers will be able to claim this back but as mentioned earlier this will take some weeks to filter through.

If you wish your staff to continue to work for you during this time then other options include short time working and holiday leave.  Please consider your business needs before accessing the Furlough scheme.

For more information on the scheme https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/guidance-to-employers-and-businesses-about-covid-19

For help and guidance contact me for a free fifteen minute consultation 

SELF EMPLOYMENT SUPPORT

The self employment scheme is open from 13th May for applications.  At this point in time we are still waiting to see if this is also being extended. 

As mentioned before please note these schemes will take some time to be put in place and grants and funding will take a few weeks to reach you – please be patient  

FREE SUPPORT

We are offering free support and guidance to help you understand your business options.  Please contact Angela Kimberley - Business and Human Resources Specialist

 contact@angelakimberley.co.uk  07814 883380