Latest U-turn follows growing pressure for more support to protect jobs and the economy as second wave hits
Rishi Sunak announces new furlough scheme with PM set to outline ‘three-tier’ approach to local lockdowns on Monday
The replacement for the UK furlough scheme is similar to Germany’s Kurzarbeit
- UK government to cover 22% of worker pay for six months
- Key points from Rishi Sunak’s winter economy plan
Long-term competitiveness at risk if scheme ends for critical industrial sectors, says Make UK
Resolution Foundation claims half of those furloughed in April have not returned to work