Rishi Sunak
HM Revenue and Customs permanent secretary asked chancellor to formally order him to implement the scheme.
Leading economic think-tank says recession triggered by coronavirus is the "deepest in history".
Chancellor also admits his bonus scheme will waste money.
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Campaigners say the 660,000 over 50s now claiming the benefit could be doing so until they retire.
Thousands face uncertain future when ban on evictions ends next month.
All the key policies and takeaways including stamp duty and VAT cuts, an "eat out to help out" voucher, and a plan to save jobs.
Browse the list of restaurants taking part in the scheme to see where you can get discount in your local area.
Chancellor's mini-budget targets Covid-hit sector, offering meal discounts of 50% during August.
Chancellor Rishi Sunak reveals new "jobs retention bonus" in next stage of coronavirus economic plan.