Lettura e ascolta intermediate in inglese: Coronavirus and the self-employment problem

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Mark Harvey, University of Essex

Millions of Britain’s self-employed workers can now apply for financial aid to help them through the coronavirus crisis. The government has announced support of 80% of their average monthly earnings up to a cap of £7,500. It comes as a relief for many – there are 5.2 million registered self-employed people in the UK. But a large number will not be able to benefit.

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