The government has now published its official guidance for the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme, which has been extended until 31 March 2021.
In a statement to the House of Commons earlier today (5 November), Chancellor Rishi Sunak set out his plans to extend the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme from early December to the end of March.
This weekend was a spooky one, and for more than just one reason! Yes it was halloween, but the nation was addressed by Prime Minister Boris Johnson to announce a month-long national lockdown. The lockdown is due to start on Thursday 5 November and run up to 2 December.
In recognition of the challenging times ahead, the Chancellor said he would be increasing support through the existing Job Support and self-employed schemes and expanding business grants to support companies in high-alert level areas.
The Chancellor is aiming to calm fears of a second spike by expanding the Job Support Scheme for areas and businesses forced to close their doors as part of local or national restrictions.
Local Restrictions Support Grant (LRSG) supports businesses that have been required to close due to temporary COVID-19 local lockdown restrictions imposed by the government.
