Advice and support for businesses
Last updated: 25 May at 09:27
On this page you will find links to information which will help you manage your staff, get support and plan for recovery.
Business grants are now open for applications.
The Furlough Scheme (also known as the Job Retention Scheme) has been extended until 30 September 2021. Employees will get 80% of their normal salary.
The Self-Employment Income Support Scheme Grant Extension supports self-employed people with a grant to cover COVID-19 restrictions.
To apply, you must:
- have previously been eligible for the Self-Employment Income Support Scheme first and second grant (but you don't have to have applied for them)
- intend to continue to trade and either:
- are currently actively trading but are impacted by reduced demand due to coronavirus
- were previously trading but are temporarily unable to do so due to coronavirus
Check if you can claim a grant from the Self-Employment Income Support Scheme
You may be eligible for loans, tax relief and cash grants.
Support is available for employers and self-employed people.
Use GOV.UK's business support finder or see additional support for disruptions during coronavirus.
NHS Test and Trace is designed to help stop the spread of COVID-19.
Find out how you should be using Test and Trace as an employer