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Furlough

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Furlough

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A temporary absence from work, when workers keep their job but are not working while the coronavirus outbreak continues. It is intended to be a temporary arrangement and workers will return to their jobs, but there is no guarantee that employers will keep everyone on when furlough ends.

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