Treasury Direction made by the Chancellor under Sections 71 and 76 of the Coronavirus Act 2020

Published By GOV.UK [English], Tue, Nov 24, 2020 10:52 AM


On 30 April, the Chancellor made a Treasury Direction under Section 71 and 76 of the Coronavirus Act. It sets out that HMRC are responsible for the payment and management of amounts to be paid under the Self-Employment Income Support Scheme, as set out in the Schedule to the Direction.

The Direction sets out the legal framework for the Scheme.

On 1 July, the Chancellor made a further Treasury Direction under Sections 71 and 76 of the Coronavirus Act 2020, reflecting the extension to the Scheme and closure date.

The Chancellor has made a further Treasury Direction under Sections 71 and 76 of the Coronavirus Act 2020, reflecting the third grant extension to the Scheme.

Please see updated guidance.

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