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With the COVID-19 pandemic forcing millions of us to work from home how is this affecting the UK workforce? With your participation in our Working at Home Wellbeing Survey, we can find out more.

IES employment policy researchers consider the impact on working parents in light of school and business closure, identifying several areas where support for (previously) working parents needs to be further strengthened.

IES Director Tony Wilson reflects on the Chancellor’s plans to protect millions of jobs but questions the current support offered to the millions of self-employed.

Ed Griffin looks at the steps businesses need to take to tackle the coronavirus crisis, urging compassion and sensitivity from management and HR.

Guest author Bill Wells draws on over 30 years' experience as a labour market economist and makes recommendations for a temporary Coronavirus benefit that can be delivered easily to those who need it.

How will government support the many millions of workers finding themselves off work, sick or in self-isolation? Tony Wilson considers the urgent steps Parliament needs to take in order to protect the public, support those off work and to keep the economy moving.

Tony Wilson reflects on this month's labour market statistics, that provide a timely reminder that we don't lose sight of those already out of work as economic inactivity continues to rise for those with long term health conditions.

In the second of a series looking at issues around inequality and ahead of a forthcoming book, Duncan Brown looks at the Budget commitments to tackle pay and wealth differentials in the UK.