Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (Furloughing) Goes Live

Job Retention Scheme Goes Live

Today the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (furloughing) goes live. Employers will be able to claim for 80% of a furloughed employee’s wages plus any employer National Insurance and pension contributions. Once the claim has been made HMRC will pay the claim amount by Bacs into your bank account within 6 working days.

**To receive payment by the end of April, your claim must be submitted by the 22nd April**

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