Wages

Iceland boss hits back at HMRC over minimum wage probe

The boss of Iceland has hit back at HMRC for “harassing” the business in regards to a previous minimum wage…

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Next and Dixons urge government for furlough clarity

Retailers Next and Dixons Carphone have called on the UK Government to clarify the exit strategy for its furlough scheme. …

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The aviation industry is now in very serious trouble

In a sign of just how distressed the aviation industry is, British Airways has announced plans to lay off 30%…

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Job support to be wound down, M&S dividend suspended, ventilator production slows, property market halts

Chancellor Rishi Sunack says he will wean the economy off his support schemes in a “gradual” wind-down, to help prevent…

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Chancellor announces 100% guarantee on small business loans

Chancellor Rishi Sunak has announced the launch of a new ‘bounce back’ emergency loan scheme for small businesses, which will…

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Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme portal goes live

The portal for the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme is now live, with the government saying that businesses with validated claims…

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Chancellor extends furlough scheme deadline

Chancellor Rishi Sunak has extended the deadline for the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme after it was found that many people…

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HMRC adds new guidance on Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme

HMRC has issued new guidance regarding the Coronavirus Job Retention scheme and clarifies eligibility for those returning from sick leave…

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Covid-19: Amazon seeks 75,000 new hires 

Amazon announced that it is looking to hire an additional 75,000 employees across its operations in light of the ongoing…

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Coronavirus: furloughed workers and what it means for business

The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme is designed to help businesses that would otherwise be forced to lay off staff in…

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