Government officials have advised everyone to work from home if possible due to the rapid spread of the corona virus.
For many people, homeworking will not be possible, but they still face the possibility of 14 days of self-isolation, under the guidelines announced by Prime Minister Boris Johnson.
Some changes have been made to the sick pay system given the current circumstances, which workers may need to fall back on.
When your children’s school is closed, or if you have a relative who is ill, your employer must give you time off to look after them.
But your employer is not forced to pay you unless your contract requires it.
However, many employers are allowing parents to work flexibly, to try to manage both work and childcare.
