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Covid-19: Aviation Sector Workers

Monday 18 May 2020 · 1 question

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Key points

  • Claire Coutinho asked about specific support for airlines to ensure continued employment.
  • The government is providing financial support through the job-retention furloughing scheme and business interruption loan schemes.
  • Assistance is available to help workers transition into other jobs.

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Questions & Answers

Context

Gatwick Airport is located in Claire Coutinho's constituency and many of her constituents are employed by companies in the aviation industry.

Question

What specific support is being given to airlines to ensure continued employment? What assistance will be provided for workers who need to transition into other jobs?

Answer from The Secretary of State for Transport Grant Shapps

We are providing extensive financial support including the coronavirus job-retention furloughing scheme, business interruption loan schemes, and various other economic assistance programs. Additionally, we recognize that airlines face significant challenges and will work closely with the Department for Work and Pensions to aid workers who lose their jobs.

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