The Chancellor, Rishi Sunak, recently announced details of the extension to the furlough scheme which is currently supporting 8.4 million workers across the UK.
What the changes to the furlough scheme mean for you
29.05.2020 - 21:33 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced a series of changes to schemes for furloughed workers and the self-employed at this afternoon's daily briefing.
The furlough scheme will continue as it is until the start of August when employers will be asked to start contributing to wage payments.
Meanwhile, a grant for self-employed workers has been extended for a final period.
But what does this mean for workers and businesses?
We've explained everything you need to know below.
The furlough scheme will
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