Below is our weekly roundup of changes to government support information generally and for businesses, employers and the self-employed.
Claim for wages through the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS)
The CJRS has been extended until 30 September 2021
Claims for furlough days in May 2021 must be made by 14 June 2021.
See: Claim for wages through the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Find examples to help you calculate your employees’ wages – CJRS
HMRC have published examples to help you calculate your employee’s wages, National Insurance contributions and pension contributions if you are claiming through the CJRS.
Specifically the example for how to calculate the amount you should claim for an employee who is flexibly furloughed during June 2021 has been updated.
See: Find examples to help you calculate your employees’ wages – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
You can also read more about additional funding schemes by clicking on the links below:
Self-Employment Income Support Scheme (SEISS)