I run a recruitment and consultancy business and there is lots employers can do YET in my experience many arent aware what they can and can't do and have opted to lay staff off.
I wrote a blog about 2 weeks ago that had our 7000 views - its amazing how little knowledge there is despite it being readily available in the public domain.
YOU CAN BE RE-INSTATED IF YOU WAS ON THE PAYROLL ON 28th FEB
show your employer this link
https://www.moneysavingexpert.com/co...rloughNTKs.pdf
If your employer refusing furlough as it doesn't have the cash flow which is a topic that Ive seen raised loads and have instead opted for redundancies then:
You can agree to delayed pay and its best to negotiate directly with your employer, The Gov will cover furloughed employees' salaries from March to May.
Im happy to assist anyone who is struggling with this and there employer as ultimately it could be a client for me so Im happy to assist where possible