Employee won't furlough my son and holidays running out

kingfisherblue

DeeDee3006 said:

bradders1983 said:

Well to be blunt, he IS choosing not to work no matter what way you spin it.

Once all this is over is he going to be able to walk into another job if he gives this one up (or is fired for not going in)?

I disagree, he is choosing to work three days so his key worker gf can do two days to help out in her necessary job role within the NHS and to take 2 days as holiday as the village school/nursery is closed. Someone has to look after their children.

He chooses to work three days a week, so he should only be paid for the three days. His employer does not have to furlough him (and should not, whilst there is work that can be done). His employer doesn't even have to allow him to work only three days. His employer could insist that he works his full hours. Childcare is not his employer's concern.

I agree that someone has to look after the children - they are obviously too young to be left alone. However, even though the local school and nursery are closed, if the parents contact the local council, they will advise on other schools and nurseries that are open.

Another alternative, as someone has pointed out, is for his girlfriend to ask if she can work a different shift, such as weekends. That way, your son could look after the children whilst she is at work. Or she could work full time and your son give up his job, and return to work in a few months time.

We are all dealing with differences in our lives, and are having to adjust. Your son and his girlfriend will also have to adjust. What will happen if your son's employer decides to start disciplinary proceedings if he won't work a five day week?

mattyprice4004

DeeDee3006 said:

bradders1983 said:

Well to be blunt, he IS choosing not to work no matter what way you spin it.

Once all this is over is he going to be able to walk into another job if he gives this one up (or is fired for not going in)?

I disagree, he is choosing to work three days so his key worker gf can do two days to help out in her necessary job role within the NHS and to take 2 days as holiday as the village school/nursery is closed. Someone has to look after their children.

While yes, they need to be looked after, that isn't the point of furlough. 
Unfortunately the employer doesn't have to furlough - it's entirely optional on their behalf. I can see why it's frustrating, though.