People in ‘high-risk’ coronavirus areas can claim up to £182 if they have to self isolate - who is eligible

People on low incomes who have to self-isolate in areas where there are high rates of coronavirus will be able to claim a payment from the government.

The new self-isolation support payments will initially be rolled out in pilot areas in North West England first, but may be rolled out further to other high-risk locations, the Health Secretary has said.

How much will I be paid?

As of Tuesday 1 September, those who claim Universal Credit or Working Tax Credit, who are required to self-isolate and are unable to work from home, will be able to claim the self-isolation payment support.

The payment will first be trialed in parts in Blackburn with Darwen, Pendle and Oldham, which are all under local lockdowns.

Eligible workers who test positive for coronavirus will receive £130 for their 10-day period of self-isolation.

Other members of their household, who under current rules have to self-isolate for 14 days, will be entitled to a payment of £182, which is equal to £13 per day.