Chancellor Rishi Sunak answering questions from media after delivering jobs plan

The discussion revolves around the transition from the furlough scheme to the job support scheme, where employers will pay a higher percentage of wages. The Chancellor explains that the scheme encourages businesses to retain employees by sharing the cost of non-working hours between the company, employee, and government. The scheme is designed to help businesses through reduced demand periods without losing skilled staff. It has been positively received by business groups, highlighting its potential to protect jobs during challenging times.

What is the main concern for businesses with the shift from the furlough scheme to the job support scheme?

• Employee dissatisfaction

• Lack of government support

• Increased demand for products

• Increased employer contributions

How are the costs shared for the time an employee is not working under the job support scheme?

• Equally between the company, employee, and government

• Entirely by the government

• Entirely by the company

• Equally between the employee and the government

What is one of the incentives for businesses to retain staff under the new scheme?

• Higher employee wages

• Increased government subsidies

• Job retention bonus

• Reduced working hours

Why do most companies prefer to keep their employees during difficult periods?

• To avoid rehiring costs

• To maintain employee skills and business knowledge

• To increase production

• To reduce operational costs

Which organizations have welcomed the job support scheme?

• International Monetary Fund

• Local Government Associations

• Trade Unions

• CBI and British Chambers of Commerce