Coronavirus: Chancellor expected to extend furlough scheme to September, but cut it to 60% of earnings

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Health Secretary MattHancock says the government does 'worry about' employees being made redundant when the COVID19 furloughing scheme comes to an end - but adds that the scheme also needs to remain 'affordable'. KayBurley Coronavirus latest:

news conference, is expected to lower the £2,500 cap on monthly payments as well as reducing the wage subsidy.

"Particularly as we are seeing the very cautious approach to reopening the economy, the last thing we want is unnecessary redundancies."and give them confidence to return and guidelines on making it safe to travel to work on public transport. Trade union leaders and the Labour Party are demanding more protection for workers before they return to work, however.

And shadow employment rights minister Andy McDonald told Sky News:"When you look at the detail it all becomes vague and imprecise and weak.

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