Universal Credit
Coverage of welfare policy and benefit-system changes that directly or indirectly affect the UK hospitality workforce. Tracks updates to payment rates, eligibility criteria, and employment-related conditions, with analysis of how these impact seasonal workers, part-time staff, and those on variable-hour contracts. Also explores industry responses, lobbying positions, and the role of employers in supporting staff navigating changes to income support. Designed for hospitality operators, HR leads, and industry stakeholders managing teams reliant on in-work benefits.
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Mar- 2020 -31 MarchComment
What are your legal rights if your job has been affected by COVID-19?
Ever since the coronavirus outbreak gathered speed, life in the UK has largely been put on hold. From staff being unable to work due to self-isolation, to workers needing to stay at home to care for their children after schools were ordered to close, the impact on many businesses and…
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26 MarchCoronavirus
Self-employed to get 80% income grant
Chancellor Rishi Sunak has announced the government will pay self-employed people a taxable grant based on their previous earnings over the last three years, worth up to 80% of earnings, and capped at £2,500 a month. Sunak said it will run for a minimum of three months, with scope for…
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