8 April 2020

This update is a summary of the latest additions to our coronavirus FAQs and job retention scheme FAQs. Check back often as new information is added on a regular basis.

Furlough wages and the NMW/NLW

We have updated our information on this. when claiming 80% of employees' wages, this will be based on wages as of 28 February 2020. Furloughed employees are not entitled to receive the NMW/NLW wage increases that came into force on 1 April 2020. See the FAQ.

(However, see the FAQs on what to pay employees and apprentices if they do training while furloughed.)

Can employees be furloughed more than once?

They can. See the FAQ.

Can my employee take on a new job while they are furloughed?

In theory, yes. But a lot will depend on what the employment contract says. See the FAQ.

Can a claim for 80% of wages include past overtime, fees, commission or bonuses?

The government has said that employers can claim back ‘any regular payments you are obliged to pay your employees’. Find out which types of payments this could refer to in our FAQ.

Support for the self-employed

The government has published a few small changes and some extra details about the financial support being offered to the self-employed. See the FAQ.

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