Petition Increase the 20% self-employed grant for those who cannot return to work

To bring the self-employed income support scheme in line with the furlough scheme for those who cannot return to work due to restrictions such as the continued closures of theatres and music venues.

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To protect the livelihoods of thousands of people and their families who cannot survive off 20% of average monthly earnings including my husband and our family. Many of the self-employed such as tradesmen have returned to work and for them, 20% will be a help but again for those in the arts sector who cannot return at this time need much more support please.

This petition is closed This petition ran for 6 months

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Date closed 7 April 2021
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