The government has announced some facts about the new Job Support Scheme (JSS) In an effort to help businesses and keep the un-employment at lower rate. The scheme will be launched for 6-months from 1 November 2020.
The new Job Support Scheme has been designed to help those who are in work by allowing them to work reduced hours rather than joining the unemployment queue.
Under the scheme, employees must work at least one-third of their hours, paid as normal. The government and employer will then each cover one-third of any remaining hours the employee is not working.
Employers should be aware of the following: