self-isolation payment exempt from tax. In a letter to Chancellor Rishi Sunak, Social Security Secretary Shirley-Anne Somerville said taxing the £500 payment could mean less people apply.The payment, which opened for applications this week, is designed to support those on low incomes who have been asked to self-isolate after testing positive for coronavirus, or after coming into contact with someone who has.The money will initially be targeted at those who are on Universal Credit or other legacy benefits.The payments will be made through the Scottish Welfare Fund, which is administered by local authorities.Somerville wrote: “I welcome your consideration of an exemption from National Insurance contributions (NICs) and I believe a similar.
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