People instructed to self-isolate by NHS Test and Trace, who are on a low income and cannot work from home, and who will lose money as a result, may be eligible for a £500 Test and Trace Support Payment.
Self-isolating when instructed to helps to stop the transmission of COVID-19, helping to keep people healthy and safe. It also helps to minimise the risk of business disruption.
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- Awareness
If you’ve been told to self-isolate by NHS Test and Trace, or are caring for child who’s self-isolating, you may be able to apply for £500 from your local authority. You’ll need to be on a low income, unable to work from home, and facing financial hardship. To find out more and apply, please contact your local council, quoting “Test and Trace Support Payment”. You can find their website by using this tool: https://www.gov.uk/find-local-council
- Eligibility
You could get a £500 Test and Trace Support Payment to support you and your family if you can answer ‘yes’ to these questions:🗸Are you or your child self-isolating because of Covid-19?🗸 Are you unable to work from home?🗸 Are you receiving a benefit or on a low income? To find out more and apply, please contact your local council, quoting “Test and Trace Support Payment”. You can find their website by using this tool: https://www.gov.uk/find-local-council
- Application
You could get a £500 Test and Trace Support Payment to support you and your family if you meet the eligibility criteria and can provide: 🗸 An NHS Test and Trace Account ID🗸 Confirmation that you receive a means-tested benefit or are on a low income🗸 Proof of work and a bank statement To find out more and apply, please contact your local council, quoting “Test and Trace Support Payment”. You can find their website by using this tool: https://www.gov.uk/find-local-council