18.02.21-Frequently asked questions about the CJRS
You can find everything you need to know about the CJRS on GOV.UK by searching ‘Job Retention Scheme’, but here are some answers to the questions employers have been asking.
Will information for each branch of my company be published separately?
If there is more than one PAYE scheme attached to your company, we will publish your information together under one Company Registration Number on GOV.UK.
How do I ask HMRC not to publish my claim details?
If publishing your claim details could leave someone at risk of violence or intimidation, you can request for these not to be published by completing the online application form – go to GOV.UK and search ‘Ask HMRC not to publish your Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme claim details’.
Please submit your request by 23 February at the latest to allow us time to process your request before the publication date. Your agent can do this on your behalf.
HMRC will not publish your details until we have informed you of our decision on your request. You’ll only need to make this request once, as the decision will cover all CJRS claim periods starting from 1 December 2020.
What happens if I pay back my grants?
If you choose to pay back the money you have received, your details will be removed from the list of claims when it is next published (usually in the following month).
Can my employee work elsewhere if they’re furloughed?
If your employee has more than one employer they can be furloughed for each job. Employees can be furloughed in one job (and receive that furloughed payment) but continue working for another employer and receive their normal wages.
An employee can also take part in volunteer work during hours when they are furloughed, as long as it’s for another employer or organisation which is not connected with you.
Can I claim for employees who are training?
You can claim for employees who undertake training while they are furloughed, as long as they don’t provide services to, or generate revenue for your business or a linked or associated organisation. For more information, go to GOV.UK and search ‘Check if you can claim for your employees’ wages’.
For more information on training that is available for your employees, search ‘Career Skills and Training’ on GOV.UK.
Can I furlough an employee if they are unable to work because they have caring responsibilities or are classed as clinically extremely vulnerable?
If an employee asks to be furloughed, you can claim for them under the CJRS if:
• they are off work or on reduced hours due to caring responsibilities resulting from coronavirus, such as caring for children who are at home as a result of school or childcare closing
• they are clinically extremely vulnerable, or in the highest risk group for severe illness from coronavirus according to the public health guidance for your area.
For other circumstances where you can furlough an employee, go to GOV.UK and search ‘check which employees you can put on furlough’.
The decision to offer furlough rests with you as an employer.
