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There has been a lot of speculation over recent weeks regarding the contents of Rishi Sunak’s summer budget. We all anticipated changes…

The government’s furlough scheme, known as the CJRS (Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme), was launched very quickly and those using it have been…

There is effectively a new furlough scheme from 1 July 2020. This article considers the practicalities for June and July 2020 claims…

A recent HMRC tax tribunal ruling has created a great deal of controversy in the pensions industry because it could mean that…

The self employment support scheme is being extended, Rishi Sunak has announced, and those who are eligible for the scheme will now…

On 29th May 2020 the Chancellor announced details of how the furlough scheme will operate from 1 July 2020. Further support on…

It is becoming apparent that the COVID-19 crisis will result in many otherwise viable businesses being unable to survive. And businesses that…

If you are a small to medium sized business and have been paying employees Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) due to coronavirus, you…

Although not an ideal solution, the new Bounce Back Loan Scheme (BBLS) launched by the government offers a valuable source of cash…

Presenting to MPs this morning, Chancellor Rishi Sunak has confirmed that the current Furlough Scheme (a.k.a. Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme) will be…

When completing your applications for the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme you will be including the cost of the employers’ NICs for furloughed…

Updated: 4 May 2020 In response to reports that small businesses are struggling to survive under lockdown, and that 25% of these…

The next three months will be critical for many business owners and not every business will be able to survive but it…

If you are preparing to apply for a furlough grant and need to work out the amount required, these two free resources…

The government’s Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (furlough scheme) portal is currently being beta tested and the site is expected to be operational…