Changes to the amount you can claim through the furlough scheme
From Thursday 1st July 2021, the amount employers can claim through the furlough scheme will be reduced and employers will need to start contributing towards the cost of furloughed employees’ wages.
Furloughed employees must continue to receive 80% of their wages, up to a cap of £2,500 per month, for any furloughed hours (unless you have agreed to top them up to their full wages).
The changes to government and employer contributions to furlough pay are as follows:
| July 2021 | August 2021 | September 2021 | |
| Government Contribution | 70% of wages, up to a maximum of £2,187.50 | 60% of wages, up to a maximum of £1,875 | 60% of wages, up to a maximum of £1,875 |
| Employer Contribution | 10% of wages, up to a maximum of £312.50 | 20% of wages, up to a maximum of £625 | 20% of wages, up to a maximum of £625 |
Author: Anna Nelson, Employment Law Advisor
