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This is an update to our article of 6 April 2020 which can be read here.
On the eve of the Easter weekend, 9 April 2020, the Government published updated guidance in relation to the TUPE question. The updated guidance confirms that employees that have been transferred under TUPE will be eligible for the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme.
This is good news for insolvency practitioners in the context of a pre-pack sale of a company in administration. The latest guidance means that if either the TUPE or PAYE business succession rules apply to the change in ownership of a company, the purchaser of a company in administration is eligible to claim under the Scheme in respect of the seller’s employees, even if the transfer occurs after 28th February 2020.
The Government’s updated guidance confirms the following:
This is a positive initiative from the Government and in particular for administrators in potential negotiations for a pre-pack sale in the efforts to ensure that more jobs can be retained.
If you would like any further guidance or assistance on this point or any other insolvency related issues brought about by Covid-19 please do not hesitate to contact our dedicated insolvency partners on the details below:
Carl Mifflin ([javascript protected email address] / 07824485512)
Katie Summers ([javascript protected email address] / 01604 258018)
Deborah Nigh ([javascript protected email address] / 01604 258033)
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