U.K.’s Sunak: Furlough Program Will End, Job Support Begins in Nov.

The transcript discusses the end of the furlough scheme and the introduction of the new job support scheme to address current economic challenges. The scheme aims to support viable jobs by subsidizing wages for employees working reduced hours. It targets small and medium-sized businesses, with specific criteria for larger businesses. The government also extends support to self-employed individuals. These measures, along with other initiatives like the kickstart scheme, aim to protect jobs and stimulate economic recovery.

What challenges do businesses face as the economy reopens according to the text?

What measures are being taken to ensure parity between employees and the self-employed?