With the UK government having announced strict new stay at home
requirements from 23 March 2020, all UK businesses will have to
adapt swiftly to the new rules. Government assistance is available
in the form of loans and grants. Particularly relevant is the
recent announcement that employers will be entitled to a grant of
80% of employees' wages for employees who would otherwise be
laid off as a result of the crisis.
This guidance note takes employers through some of the issues
which they will need to consider. This note is not intended to be a
substitute for legal advice as each employer's circumstances
will differ. In particular, given that guidance is rapidly changing
and more guidance and new laws are expected, please ensure you
obtain up to date advice on any issue before taking action.
