Petition · past parliament · HM Treasury
Increase the 20% self-employed grant for those who cannot return to work
Closed
535 signatures
What the petition asks
To bring the self-employed income support scheme in line with the furlough scheme for those who cannot return to work due to restrictions such as the continued closures of theatres and music venues.
To protect the livelihoods of thousands of people and their families who cannot survive off 20% of average monthly earnings including my husband and our family. Many of the self-employed such as tradesmen have returned to work and for them, 20% will be a help but again for those in the arts sector who cannot return at this time need much more support please.
Timeline
| 7 Oct 2020 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 7 Apr 2021 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
535
Status
Closed
Department
HM Treasury
Opened
7 Oct 2020
Closed
7 Apr 2021
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.