This subtopic contains materials, commentary and analysis of the employment issues that arose in relation to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and as a result of protective measures implemented in England. Note that most of the Practice Notes listed in this Overview have been archived and are no longer maintained. They are, however, available for background information.
Practice Note: Living with coronavirus (COVID-19) in the workplace from 24 February 2022 [Archived] provides an overview of the issues for an employer to consider when managing the workplace during the coronavirus pandemic, reflecting the government’s plan for living with COVID-19 from 24 February 2022 onwards, including in relation to self-isolation for those who test positive or have symptoms of coronavirus and their close contacts, testing, contact tracing, self-isolation support payments, statutory sick pay (SSP), obligations on workers and employers, and at-risk groups including those who are immunosuppressed or were previously considered clinically extremely vulnerable.
Practice Note: Living with coronavirus (COVID-19) in the workplace from 1 April 2022—FAQs [Archived]...
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