People self-isolating and unable to work in Manchester could now receive financial support
manchestereveningnews.co.ukA payment scheme which will support self-isolating residents who are unable to work from home has been launched in Manchester where cases remain at a ‘precarious level’.Those who are eligible for the scheme will receive a one-off support payment of £500 to cover living costs while staying at home to limit the spread of Covid-19.As of September 28 anyone who has tested positive for the virus, or has been contacted by the national test and trace service, is now required by law to self-isolate.But there are certain criteria that must be met by applications to the Manchester scheme before they can receive a payment.Aside from testing positive for Covid-19, or being contacted by test and trace, applicants must be employed or self-employed and be.
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