Zero hour contract, employer not paying furlough

edweston

I am a university student on a zero hours contract. I have contacted my employer but they say I can’t receive furlough payments as I didn’t work in jan/feb/mar. I have been working there for over 3 years so I am on payroll. I have worked over Easter, Christmas and last summer. I’ve spoken to a few people but they haven’t helped, I was wondering if anyone had any further advice on this? Thanks

mattyprice4004

You can push the issue, as you are on the payroll - but unfortunately furlough is entirely option on the part of the employer, so they can just say 'no' and there's nothing you can do. Sorry! 

poppy12345

Unfortunately, it's entirely the decision of your employer whether they furlough you. A little late now though because today is the last day which your employer can furlough you.

edweston

mattyprice4004 said:

You can push the issue, as you are on the payroll - but unfortunately furlough is entirely option on the part of the employer, so they can just say 'no' and there's nothing you can do. Sorry! 

Thank you, it seems strange how they say I’m not eligible because I haven’t worked in jan/feb/March even though I am still on the payroll and have been sent furlough forms to sign

edweston

poppy12345 said:

Unfortunately, it's entirely the decision of your employer whether they furlough you. A little late now though because today is the last day which your employer can furlough you.

Thank you, I signed furlough forms in the first 2 months so I’m hoping this exempts me from todays cut off date and gives me till the payment cut off date of July 1st, what are your views on this? 

poppy12345

Unless your employer has previously claimed for you then just signing the agreement isn't going to help.