Updated 09.40Am with broadcaster letter: British chancellor Rishi Sunak is preparing a coronavirus rescue package for 5M self-employed people in the UK — a move that will throw a life-line to thousands of freelancers in the entertainment industries.
Sunak is expected to outline the measures at a press briefing on Thursday after saying this week that he is “determined to find a way to support” Britain’s freelance community.
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According to reports in British newspapers, the measures introduced in the UK could be similar to those put in place in Scandanavia, where freelancers are being handed 80% of their average monthly income, calculated using past tax returns.
The freelance financial stimulus...
Sunak is expected to outline the measures at a press briefing on Thursday after saying this week that he is “determined to find a way to support” Britain’s freelance community.
More from DeadlineBill Cosby Seeks Early Prison Release Over Coronavirus Fears; "Exploring All Options," Rep Says Of Once "America's Dad"AMC Theatres Furloughs 600 Employees In Leawood, Kansas HQ Amid Coronavirus CrisisVince McMahon Sells 15% Of His WWE Stock In A 'Forward Contract'
According to reports in British newspapers, the measures introduced in the UK could be similar to those put in place in Scandanavia, where freelancers are being handed 80% of their average monthly income, calculated using past tax returns.
The freelance financial stimulus...
- 3/25/2020
- by Jake Kanter
- Deadline Film + TV
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