LocationSectorLocal authorities will work with the NHS and care providers to bring together their pre-existing...

Published: 5:30 am March 14, 2020
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Local authorities will work with the NHS and care providers to bring together their pre-existing contingency preparations and make sure each decision is made with the best public health and clinical advice at its heart.

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As part of the government’s emergency legislation measures, Statutory Sick Pay will be paid from day one of sickness to support those affected by COVID-19.  Those on zero-hour contracts will also receive Statutory Sick Pay or will be able to claim Universal Credit dependent on their circumstances.

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