You can get £500 to self-isolate from tomorrow - how to apply

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Mirror. The government says just under 4million people in England will be eligible - people who are both on benefits and in work.You can claim the payment if you are receiving Universal Credit, Working Tax Credit, income-based Employment and Support Allowance, income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance, Income Support, Housing Benefit and/or Pension Credit.You must be employed or self-employed and unable to work from home - losing income as a result.You must also have been told to self-isolate by NHS Test and Trace, either if you have tested positive for coronavirus or you are a close contact of a positive case.If you haven't tested positive for Covid-19 you will not qualify - even if you have symptoms.The government has made clear you will only be.