Companies will be able to claim 80% of staff wages paid through PAYE under the Government Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme FROM 20TH APRIL 2020. The scheme will cover 80% of staff wages for a period of 4 months from 1 March 2020. Claims will take 6 days before payment.

The portal will be open 24/7.

Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme Portal

Below are some further useful links about the Coronvirus Job Retention Scheme.

Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme Guidance Page

Including

  • Calculator for working Out Employee wages, National Insurance and Pension contributions
  • How to claim
  • What happens next

Coronavirus Job Retention Guidance Page

 

Eligibility For Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme

Check if you’re eligible for the Government’s Staff Job Retention Scheme

Find out if you’re eligible for the scheme and how to claim.

Step by Step Guide to Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme

A guide to:

  • Getting ready to make an application
  • When payments will be made
  • Information you’ll need when applying

Step by Step Guide

Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme Guidance Video on You Tube