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Canada: All emergency benefit applicants will receive payments canada

thestar.com (09.04.2020) Since the Canada Emergency Response Benefit application process went live last Monday, many have remarked how easy it is to get approved. Every person who applies for the CERB will be automatically approved, whether they qualify or not. The application takes minutes and…

Every person who applies for the Canada Emergency Response Benefit will be automatically approved, whether they qualify or not. The application takes minutes and those who set up direct deposit will receive funds within a few days. The catch is that if it is later determined the applicant was…

Business process, Service quality, Cash transfers covid19 Published_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary https://www.thestar.com/business/2020/04/09/all-emergency-benefit-applicants-wi… pmassetti
Uganda: NSSF Extends Amnesty to Businesses Facing Economic Distress uganda

nssfug.org (31.03.2020)

The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) of Uganda will allow Ugandian businesses/employers facing economic distress due to COVID-19 to reschedule NSSF contributions for the next 3 months without accumulating a penalty with effect from the 31st of March. …

The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) of Uganda will allow Ugandian businesses/employers facing economic distress due to COVID-19 to reschedule NSSF contributions for the next 3 months without accumulating a penalty with effect from the 31st of March.

Kampala: March 31, 2020: - The National Social Security Fund has today 31st March 2020, announced measures to allow businesses/employers facing economic distress to reschedule their NSSF contributions for the next three months without accumulating a penalty.

 

Contribution collection and compliance contribution collection, covid19 Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary https://www.monitor.co.ug/News/National/Employers-ask-government-to--suspend-NS… cambrosio
México: Campaña del Gobierno de México para enfrentar el Cornavirus mexico

El Gobierno de México ha desarrollado una campaña de comunicación preventiva y reactiva contra el COVID-19. En la página web del gobierno mexicano (https://coronavirus.gob.mx) está disponible una variedad de documentos y…

Occupational accidents and diseases covid19, prevention Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published_SS_Monitor_covid19_ Prevention https://coronavirus.gob.mx/ btreichel
Djibouti: Ministry of Social Affairs Continues to Provide Food Vouchers to the Needy (COVID-19) djibouti

alqarn.dj (02.04.2020)

As part of the humanitarian and social response to preventive measures against the outbreak of the Corona epidemic and its efforts to reduce the social and economic impact of this epidemic on citizens, the Ministry of Social Affairs implemented a program to…

As part of the humanitarian and social response to preventive measures against the outbreak of the Corona epidemic and its efforts to reduce the social and economic impact of this epidemic on citizens, the Ministry of Social Affairs implemented a program to distribute food coupons.…

 As part of the humanitarian and social response to preventive measures against the outbreak of the Corona epidemic and its efforts to reduce the social and economic impact of this epi

Family benefits, Social assistance covid19, family, poverty Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary http://www.alqarn.dj/site/more/10090 cambrosio
Qatar to pay workers in quarantine full salaries qatar

aljazeera.com (01.04.2020)
All workers who are isolated or quarantined who are receiving treatment shall receive their basic salary and allowances regardless of whether they are entitled to sick leave or not. Three billion riyals ($824m) were set aside to support companies in…

All workers who are isolated or quarantined who are receiving treatment shall receive their basic salary and allowances regardless of whether they are entitled to sick leave or not. Three billion riyals ($824m) were set aside to support companies in paying their employees.

Migrant workers in Qatar who are in quarantine or undergoing treatment will receive full salaries, the government has announced.

Qatar has announced 781 confirmed coronavirus cases - the highest in the Arab G

Employment, Migration covid19, migration Published_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2020/04/qatar-pay-workers-quarantine-full-salari… cambrosio
Rwanda to deliver free food to 20 000 households during coronavirus lockdown rwanda

iol.co.za (30.03.2020)

Rwanda has formulated a social protective plan for the delivery of free food to at least 20 000 households in the capital Kigali. The door-to-door delivery is meant to mitigate the impact of a lockdown implemented on March 21 by the government, aimed at limiting…

Delivery of free food to at least 20 000 households in the capital Kigali.

Cape Town - Rwanda has formulated a social protective plan for the delivery of free food to at least 20 000 households in the capital Kigali.

The door-to-door delivery is meant to mitigate the impact of a lockdown implemented on March 21 by the government, aimed at limiting the sprea

Family benefits covid19, family Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary https://www.iol.co.za/news/africa/rwanda-to-deliver-free-food-to-20-000-househo… cambrosio
POLAND: exemption of contributions for self-employed workers and small businesses, and other relief measures poland

Anti-crisis shield - support from ZUS April 1 , 2020 Employment protection and reduction of burdens and maintaining financial liquidity in companies are the main goals of the regulatory package that make up the Anti-Crisis Shield. These regulations enter into force on April 1 this year. Among…

Exemption of payment of social contributions for self-employed workers and small businesses employing up to 9 people for March, April and May 2020

Anti-crisis shield - support from ZUS

Contribution collection and compliance covid19, self-employed Published Measures summary https://www.zus.pl/o-zus/aktualnosci/-/publisher/aktualnosc/1/tarcza-antykryzys… pgirard
South Africa: new “National Disaster Benefit”. south africa

labourwise.co.za (09.04.2020) The Unemployment Insurance Fund said on Wednesday that the allocated National Disaster Benefit Fund would only pay workers whose salaries had been docked until the end of the lockdown.

  • The employer may decide, as a direct result from the current Corona virus (COVID-19) pandemic to close their business for a period and send employees home. This constitutes a temporary lay-off. If the employer cannot pay his employees for this period, the employer can apply for the “…
Unemployment covid19 Published_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary https://www.labourwise.co.za/labour-news-teazer/uif-new-national-disaster-benef… pmassetti
Costa Rica: Cash transfers will continue and food program in schools will be distributed costa rica

presidencia.go.cr (16.03.2020) Se mantienen las transferencias monetarias de Avancemos y Crecemos, ayudas económicas del INA, así como los servicios de alimentación para los estudiantes.

 

Cash transfers from Avancemos y Crecemos, financial aid from the INA, as well as food services for students are maintained.

  

Comunicados

  • Medidas de aislamiento obligatorio a quienes ingresan al país serán aplicadas por orden sanitaria, estas serán implementadas desde hoy.
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Cash transfers covid19 Published_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary https://www.presidencia.go.cr/comunicados/2020/03/gobierno-declara-estado-de-em… mmarquez
Ecuador: Gobierno anuncia bono de contingencia de $60 a trabajadores que viven del día a día ecuador

eluniverso.com (21.03.2020) El Gobierno dará un bono de contingencia de 60 dólares a quienes viven del día a día y por la emergencia sanitaria de coronavirus no pueden salir a trabajar. El presidente Lenín Moreno, en cadena emitida la noche del viernes, detalló quiénes lo recibirán: quienes se…

Temporary cash transfer (April and May) of $60 dollars to informal workers and workers in the to those who dedicate themselves to hairdressing, sewing, bakery, small farmers, domestic workers, mechanics, masons, and carpenters. The aid will be for those who do not exceed an income of $…

El Gobierno dará un bono de contingencia de 60 dólares a quienes viven del día a día y por la emergencia sanitaria de coronavirus no pueden salir a trabajar.

El presidente Lenín Moreno, en cadena emitida la noche del viernes, detalló quiénes lo recibirán: quienes se dedican a

Social assistance, Cash transfers covid19 Published_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary https://www.eluniverso.com/noticias/2020/03/21/nota/7790391/coronavirus-bono-co… mmarquez
Poland: Additional child care allowance during the closure of schools and kindergarten poland

In order to support parents who cannot work because they have to look after their children under the age of 8 due to the closure of crèches, kindergartens and schools, the Social Insurance Fund will grant an extraordinary additional care allowance for a period of 2 weeks in the…

Additional care allowance for the duration of childcare in connection with the closure of a crèche - children's club - kindergarten - school because of COVID-19

Family benefits, Children covid19 https://www.zus.pl/baza-wiedzy/biezace-wyjasnienia-komorek-merytorycznych/swiad… pgirard
ILO ACTRAV Analysis: Governments'Responses to COVID-19

The ILO Bureau for Workers' Activities (ACTRAV) has published a coprehensive analysis of  Government responses to COVID-19. 

Governments' Responses to COVID-19 (

Occupational accidents and diseases, Prevention of occupational risks covid19, prevention Published_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published_SS_Monitor_covid19_ Prevention https://www.ilo.org/actrav/info/pubs/WCMS_740916/lang--en/index.htm btreichel
China: Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security Announces Online Application Platform for Unemployment Insurance china

mohrss.gov.cn (12.02.2020) The provinces and autonomous regions will announce the online handling platforms within their jurisdictions that have achieved stable job returns to online claiming cities (states and alliances), and will take the initiative through SMS push, website link,…

In order to avoid physical contact, the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security encourage the use of the online application platform to claim the Unemployment Insurance.

Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security Announces Online Application Platform for Unemployment Insurance Steady Return

Unemployment, E-services, Service quality covid19 Published_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published_SS_Monitor_covid19_ Prevention, Published Measures summary http://www.mohrss.gov.cn/SYrlzyhshbzb/shehuibaozhang/gzdt/202002/t20200212_3596… mmarquez
China: Short-time work encouraged to avoid dismissals china

mohrss.gov.cn (24.01.2020) If the enterprise is affected by the epidemic, which leads to difficulties in production and operation, it may stabilize the work position through consultation with employees, such as adjusting salary, rotating rotation, shortening working hours, etc., and try not to…

Employers may reduce wages and working hours as well as adjust work positions and leave policies. They may also apply for governmental subsidies under certain conditions. 

If operations are suspended during a payment cycle…

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Unemployment covid19 Published_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary http://www.mohrss.gov.cn/SYrlzyhshbzb/dongtaixinwen/buneiyaowen/202001/t2020012… mmarquez
S. Korea to dole out relief cash fund based on health insurance korea, Republic of

koreaherald.com (03.04.2020) The government decided Friday to make emergency cash payments to households in the bottom 70 percent income bracket, financially hit by the novel coronavirus, by using March health insurance premiums as key standard. The temporary, yet controversial scheme will…

The government decided to make emergency cash payments to households in the bottom 70 percent income bracket, financially hit by the novel coronavirus, by using March health insurance premiums as key standard. The temporary, yet controversial scheme will provide 1 million won ($814) each to…

Cash transfers covid19 Published_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary http://www.koreaherald.com/view.php?ud=20200403000603 pmassetti
China: Workers should continue to receive remuneration during treatment and quarantine periods china

mohrss.gov.cn (24.01.2020) For employees of pneumonia, suspected patients, and close contacts of new coronavirus infection who are unable to provide normal labor during their isolation treatment or medical observation, and because the government implements isolation measures or other emergency…

If an employee is a patient infected by the new coronavirus, or if it is suspected that he/she has become infected, or if he/she has come into close contact with such patient(s) or suspected patient(s), or if he/she is unable to work due to the relevant governmental measures,…

Notice of the General Office of the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security on the proper handling of labor relations during the prevention and control of pneumonia outbreaks of new coronavirus infection

Unemployment covid19 Published_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary http://www.mohrss.gov.cn/SYrlzyhshbzb/dongtaixinwen/buneiyaowen/202001/t2020012… mmarquez
China: Hospitals are mandated to provide attention regardless of type of health insurance china

nhsa.gov.cn (23.01.2020) First, after paying for basic medical insurance, serious illness insurance, medical assistance, and other medical expenses incurred for patients diagnosed with pneumonia with a new coronavirus infection, the personal burden will be subsidized by the finance and…

The National Healthcare Security Administration and the Ministry of Finance announced that the will ensure treatments for confirmed and suspected cases are not affected by financial reasons. In this line, 

On January 23, 2020, NHSA (National Healthcare Security Administration), MoF (Ministry of Finance) jointly released ‘Announcement on healthcare insurance measures for coping with 2019-nCoV’ (http://www.n

Health insurance covid19 Published_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary http://www.nhsa.gov.cn/art/2020/1/23/art_37_2284.html mmarquez
S. Korea to Offer Reductions, Exemptions of 4 Social Insurance, Electricity Fee Payments korea, Republic of

world.kbs.co.kr (30.03.2020) The South Korean government will offer reductions or exemptions on four social insurances to ease the burden for low-income households and small business owners amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

The South Korean government will offer reductions or exemptions on four social insurances to ease the burden for low-income households and small business owners amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Contribution collection and compliance covid19 Published_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary http://world.kbs.co.kr/service/news_view.htm?lang=e&Seq_Code=152407 pmassetti
China: Workers infected in the workplace will receive work injury benefits china

mohrss.gov.cn (23.01.2020) The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security, the Ministry of Finance and the National Health Commission jointly released an announcement on insurance matters for healthcare workers and other employees infected with Covid-19 when…

Healthcare workers and other employees infected with Covid-19 when fulfilling job responsibilities will count as work injuries. Workers will qualify for work injury insurance reimbursement, and local fiscal authorities should provide assistance when needed.

  Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security, Ministry of Finance, National Health Commission
 Notice on medical care and related staff related to the protection of new coronavirus pneumonia d

Health insurance, Safety and health at work covid19 Published_SS_Monitor_covid19_ Prevention, Published Measures summary http://www.mohrss.gov.cn/gkml/zcfg/gfxwj/202001/t20200123_357525.html mmarquez
China ups support to firms to ensure employment amid COVID-19 epidemic china

Xinhua (25.03.2020)  China has pledged to lend more support to companies with multi-faceted measures in a renewed commitment to protecting jobs for its workforce amid the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak.

The country cut 123.9 billion yuan (about 17.7 billion U.S. dollars) in social security premiums for companies nationwide in February, with the sum from February through June expected to top 500 billion yuan.

To help encourage companies to minimize layoffs, 1.46 million micro, small and…

Unemployment, Contribution collection and compliance covid19 Published_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary http://www.xinhuanet.com/english/2020-03/25/c_138916012.htm pmassetti
China: The National Health Commission adds Covid-19 prevention measures in the workplace china

nhc.gov.cn (20.01.2020) According to the relevant provisions of the Law on the Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases, based on the current understanding of the etiology, epidemiology, and clinical characteristics of new coronavirus-infected pneumonia, the State Council approved the…

The NHC (National Health Commission) issued a notice stating that even though pneumonia caused by the coronavirus should be included in Class B under the PRC Prevention and Treatment of Infectious Diseases Law (PTID), and so,…

The NHC (National Health Commission) issued a notice stating that even though pneumonia caused by the coronavirus should be included in Class B under the PRC Prevention and Treatment of Infectious Diseases Law (PTID), employers must fo

Health promotion, Safety and health at work covid19 Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published_SS_Monitor_covid19_ Prevention, Published Measures summary http://www.nhc.gov.cn/jkj/s7916/202001/44a3b8245e8049d2837a4f27529cd386.shtml mmarquez
Monaco: Modalités de demande du Revenu Minimum Extraordinaire monaco

gouv.mc (01.04.2020) Les Services de l’Etat mettent en œuvre dès aujourd’hui, le Revenu Minimum Extraordinaire, mesure annoncée par le Gouvernement princier pour venir en aide aux travailleurs indépendants disposant d’une autorisation d’exercer en nom propre, qui subissent une baisse de leur…

The State is implementing as of 1 April, the Extraordinary Minimum Income, a measure announced by the Government to help self-employed workers who are experiencing a decline in their activity impacted by the Covid-19 crisis, to the point of depriving them of any resources. The aim is to grant an…

Les Services de l’Etat mettent en œuvre dès aujourd’hui, le Revenu Minimum Extraordinaire, mesure annoncée par le Gouvernement princier pour venir en aide aux travailleurs indépendants disposant d’une autorisation d’exercer en nom propre, qui subissent une baisse de leur activité impactée par la

Cash transfers covid19 Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary https://www.gouv.mc/Action-Gouvernementale/Coronavirus-Covid-2019/Actualites/Mo… cambrosio
Maroc: Suspension du paiement des charges sociales morocco

jeuneafrique.com (20.03.2020)  Alors qu’une partie de l’industrie marocaine est à l’arrêt du fait du Covid-19, la dernière réunion du Comité de veille économique a mis en place des mesures en faveur des entreprises et des salariés du privé. Après l’édiction d’une première série de mesures…

The Moroccan government has decided to suspend payment of payroll taxes, put in place a moratorium on the repayment of bank loans to businesses, and postpone corporate tax to March 31. Employees affiliated to the CNSS will be entitled to a monthly allowance of 2,000 dirhams (190 euros) net. This…

Alors qu’une partie de l’industrie marocaine est à l’arrêt du fait du Covid-19, la dernière réunion du Comité de veille économique a mis en place des mesures en faveur des entreprises et des salariés du privé.

Après l’édiction d’une première série de mesures le 16 mars, jugées insuffisant

Contribution collection and compliance, Cash transfers covid19 Published_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary https://www.jeuneafrique.com/913525/economie/coronavirus-un-arsenal-de-mesures-… mmarquez
Tunisie: Mesures sociales en faveur des professions en chômage technique tunisia

businessnews.com.tn (31.03.2020) Le chef du gouvernement Elyes Fakhfakh, a présidé ce mardi 31 mars 2020, un conseil ministériel dédié à la mise en œuvre des mesures sociales annoncées concernant les aides financières et les mesures liées aux institutions et professions en chômage technique.…

The Tunisian government has opened a financing line worth 300 MTD as aid to workers placed on technical unemployment. It has also reserved exceptional financial funds worth 150 MTD for the benefit of the underprivileged classes which will be granted in the form of an allowance. 60,000 food…

Le chef du gouvernement Elyes Fakhfakh, a présidé ce mardi 31 mars 2020, un conseil ministériel dédié à la mise en œuvre des mesures sociales annoncées concernant les aides financières et les mesures liées aux institutions et professions en chômage technique.
 
Selon un communiqué pu

Unemployment, Social assistance, Cash transfers covid19 Published_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary https://www.businessnews.com.tn/elyes-fakhfakh--mesures-sociales-en-faveur-des-… mmarquez
Malta: Government unveils Coronavirus financial aid package malta

bdo.com.mt (18.03.2020) Financial assistance for families and unemployed persons: Where one of parents is required to stay at home to take care of children due to school closure and neither of the parents is able to telework– the Government will pay a benefit of €800 per month per family (…

Where one of parents is required to stay at home to take care of children due to school closure and neither of the parents is able to telework– the Government will pay a benefit of €800 per month per family (expected to be for 2 months). Individuals which ended up unemployed due to the employer’…

The Government of Malta has unveiled a €1.8 billion package of measures to help businesses struggling to cope with the impact of the Coronavirus. 

The package includes €700 million in tax deferrals, €900 million in loan guarantees, a €210 million injection to assist the economy, whic

Family benefits, Unemployment, Social assistance, Cash transfers covid19, family Published_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary https://www.bdo.com.mt/en-gb/news/2020/malta-government-unveils-coronavirus-fin… cambrosio