Updated guidance on the extended furlough scheme raises more questions than it answers, says Karen Plumbley-Jones, employment law expert at law firm Womble Bond Dickinson.  more»

Laura Kearsley, partner and solicitor specialising in employment at Nelsons, outlines how the CJRS will operate throughout November. more»

Now, with lockdown restrictions slowly beginning to ease, offices are planning for reopening. A new ‘blended’ model of working will become the norm, with some employees always working from home, in the office or a combination of both. ClearPeople CEO, Katya Linossi discusses how employers can get their furloughed staff back to work. more»

This week has been a milestone for UK employers during the coronavirus saga as the deadline has passed for them to put new staff on furlough. Business owners had up until June 10 to put any new members of staff on the Government scheme.  more»

Coronavirus has had a detrimental impact on the business landscape globally, says Deborah McGargle, chief legal officer at legal platform SeedLegals. Below, she offers actionable advice for employers who are thinking of putting their staff on furlough leave during this time. more»

The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme is a way for employers to retain their staff during this unstable period, but what are the downsides? more»

With nearly half of UK businesses expected to furlough a majority of their staff due to COVID-19, it's time for smaller businesses to understand how the furlough process works. more»