If you’ve had employees take sick leave due to the coronavirus, there’s a chance the Coronavirus Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) Rebate Scheme will repay you, as an employer, the SSP paid to both current and former employees. Find out whether your business is eligible for this scheme, how much you could be due and how
In recent weeks, the Government has employed 25,000 contact tracers who have been tasked to carry out detective work to find the people who have been in contact with those known to be infected with the coronavirus. As well as this, trials have been underway throughout May for the NHS Covid-19 Contact Tracing App in
On the 12th May 2020, Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced that the current furlough scheme will be extended by 4 months up until October. This move has been a major source of relief for millions of businesses and employees across the company, even though it’s understood that the scheme cannot continue as it stands indefinitely. While the
BBLS is a Government-backed loan, eligible businesses will have access to loans of up to £50,000 or 25% of your annual turnover, whichever is lowest. You will not need to make any payments for this loan for the first 12 months and the Government will fund the first 12 months of interest. The interest rate
As we have transformed our way of working across the nation over the past couple of months, video conferencing has become the norm when it comes to holding both business meetings and personal catch-ups. From high-level conference calls and company-wide webinars to virtual quizzes and catching up with friends, the advantages of these platforms are
As businesses continue to navigate their way through the challenges that come with the current COVID-19 lockdown – while many have slowed down their recruitment endeavours – many others are seeking alternative methods to hire top talent. With on line job interviews, there are plenty of benefits to be had from saving the candidate time
Introduction The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has caused many employers across the UK to make significant changes to their standard procedures, including shifting their employees from working at the office to being remote workers. While this working arrangement can help employers and employees stay healthy, it can be challenging for both parties to navigate.
Lockyers Covid-19 Business Resources Infographic The Government has introduced a range of financial resources to help businesses during the current Coronavirus pandemic. Click on the link above to see a summary of relief, deferrals, payment holidays, grants, loans and income support to help businesses through the next few months. Whatever the size of your business,
There is a large volume of information to digest in terms of support for businesses from the Government. This scheme for self-employed will allow you to claim a taxable grant worth 80% of your trading profits up to a maximum of £2,500 per month for the next 3 months. This may be extended if needed.
As global concerns about the 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) continue to rise, it’s important for employers to understand protecting employees. Review this guidance for an outline of what coronavirus is, how it spreads and key steps that you can take to keep employees healthy. What Is Coronavirus? According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), coronavirus
