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Special COVID-19 News Update 1 June 2020

In this newsletter we detail the latest Government supports and guidance. The Furlough scheme is changing, and we will keep you updated about your record keeping requirements in due course.

The self-employment support scheme has been extended and we detail this below. FAQ’s on what we can and cannot do have also been updated over the weekend and there are also changes to childcare and free child minding and several other updates including news for farmers and land owners.

Job Retention Scheme - Flexible Furloughing and Important Dates
Chancellor Extends Self-Employment Support Scheme
Coronavirus Outbreak FAQs: What You Can And Can’t Do
Tax-Free Childcare and 30 Hours Free Childcare During Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Coronavirus: Theory Tests - Drivers
Resumption of Competitive Sport Behind Closed Doors
Guidance on the Phased Return of Sport and Recreation
Information for Farmers, Landowners and Rural Businesses

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