This petition was submitted during the 2019-2024 parliament
Petition Extend Covid-19 support for self-employed workers in high-risk occupations
The Government should increase financial support for self-employed workers working in occupations with higher risk of Covid-19, such as those working in close contact services, and chauffeurs and private hire drivers.
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The Covid-19 outbreak is dangerous and potentially lethal, especially to those in high-risk occupations, such as those working in close contact services, and chauffeurs and private hire drivers.
Until a safe vaccine arrives many self-employed workers in high-risk occupations will choose not to return to work, and will require further financial assistance.
It is requested that the Government looks at this matter urgently and offers more assistance.
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