The Government says employers who force staff into work during the 10-day period will now be hit with a penalty charge. The practice has been banned since March, but it is now illegal - and it could cost both parties an on-the-spot fine. (Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto)And anyone who has had close contact with them - more than 15 minutes within 2metres - should isolate too. The charge is a fixed penalty notice but could also lead to prosecution in the courts. You must be employed or self-employed and unable to work from home - losing income as a result.

Source: Daily Mirror September 29, 2020 08:02 UTC