July 22nd, 2021.
With the lifting of lockdown restrictions from July 19, there is likely to be an increase in Covid-19 positive test results, increasing the number of staff who are self-isolating.Between July the 19th 2021 and August the 16th 2021, it is a legal requirement to have your staff self-isolating if they test positive for Covid-19 or have been notified by Track and Trace to self-isolate.
This all means that employers are likely to encounter self-isolation of employees, if they have not already, so being aware of the options for you and your employees will help.
It will depend on the circumstances as to why staff are self-isolating as to whether you must pay them, the amount you will have to pay them and what you are able to claim back.
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