AIG Life warns of post-furlough negative mental health spike

The government's Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme is due to end on 30 September, sparking concerns it could lead to a resurgence in anxiety and money concerns for people. The end of the furlough scheme comes at a time when the cost of living is increasing and the NHS is experiencing a significant backlog of patients requiring medical help. According to AIG Life, there is a risk that people will be made redundant when the scheme closes, adding financial pressures on families and individuals. The return to a working environment after 18 months at home could also present challenges for p...