| 2020-03-31 |
Coronavirus
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france |
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La simplification du dispositif d’aide pour les entreprises impactées par le COVID-19 : Possibilité pour les entreprises de demander un report des charges sociales par simple envoi de mail ; Dégrèvement pour les impôts directs, au cas par cas, pour les entreprises menacées de disparition en raison de l’impact économique du COVID-19.
Possibilité de reporter le paiement des cotisations et impôts dus en mars pour toutes les entreprises qui le souhaitent sans justification, ni pénalité.
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2020-03-26
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Contribution collection and compliance |
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covid19 |
pmassetti |
https://www.gouvernement.fr/info-coronavirus |
| 2020-03-31 |
Government of Canada takes action on COVID-19 - Canada.ca |
canada |
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Canada will waive the one-week waiting period for people who are in quarantine or have been directed to self-isolate and are claiming for Employment Insurance (EI) sickness benefits, at an estimated cost of $5 million |
2020-03-26
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Canada will waive the one-week waiting period for people who are in quarantine or have been directed to self-isolate and are claiming for Employment Insurance (EI) sickness benefits, at an estimated cost of $5 million |
Health |
Published Measures summary |
covid19 |
pmassetti |
https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/2019-novel-coronavirus… |
| 2020-03-31 |
Government of Canada takes action on COVID-19 - Canada.ca |
canada |
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Enhancements to the Work-Sharing Program at an estimated cost of $12 million to help employers who are experiencing a downturn in business due to COVID-19, and their workers.
Flexible arrangements could be made for businesses trying to meet payment obligations to the Canada Revenue Agency.
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2020-03-26
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Employment |
Published Measures summary |
covid19 |
pmassetti |
https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/2019-novel-coronavirus… |
| 2020-03-31 |
Economic Relief to American Workers, Families, and Businesses Impacted by the Coronavirus | The White House |
United States |
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Suspends penalties for withdrawing up to $100,000 from retirement accounts. |
2020-03-27
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Pensions |
Published Measures summary |
covid19 |
pmassetti |
https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefings-statements/president-donald-j-trump-provid… |
| 2020-03-31 |
Economic Relief to American Workers, Families, and Businesses Impacted by the Coronavirus | The White House |
United States |
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The CARES Act allows States to temporarily increase unemployment benefits and receive Federal reimbursement for the additional amount. Encourages States to waive the typical one week waiting period and provides an additional 13 weeks of benefits Creates a new program to assist the self-employed and independent contractors who are unemployed due to the pandemic. |
2020-03-27
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Unemployment |
Published Measures summary |
covid19 |
pmassetti |
https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefings-statements/president-donald-j-trump-provid… |
| 2020-03-31 |
Economic Relief to American Workers, Families, and Businesses Impacted by the Coronavirus | The White House |
United States |
SECURING EMERGENCY RELIEF: President Donald J. Trump is signing bipartisan legislation to provide relief to American families and workers during the coronavirus outbreak. The President worked with Congress to secure bipartisan legislation that will provide emergency relief to families and small… |
This legislation provides tax free payments—treated as a refundable tax credit—to Americans, giving families the immediate financial support they need. Couples earning up to $150,000 will receive $2,400, plus an additional $500 for each child. Individuals earning up to $75,000 will receive $1,200, plus an additional $500 for each child. These payments will phase out for those earning over $75,000, $112,500 for head of household filers, and $150,000 for married couples filing joint tax returns.… |
2020-03-31
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Health,Family benefits |
Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary |
covid19 |
rruggia |
https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefings-statements/president-donald-j-trump-provid… |
| 2020-03-30 |
Romania: Paid leave for parents during the period when schools and kindergartens are closed |
romania |
legislatiamuncii.manager.ro (14.03.2020) Law no. 19/2020 regarding granting free days to parents for the supervision of children, in the situation of temporary closure of the educational units was published in the Official Gazette and entered into force from March 17, 2020. The law was given to… |
Law No. 19/2020 introduces free days to employees who have children, during the period when the educational units are closed, in the context of the coronavirus pandemic and the state of emergency decreed by President Klaus Iohannis. An allowance of 75% of the salary is payable to one parent who cannot telework and who has to take care of children of up to 12 years of age. |
2020-03-14
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Law no. 19/2020 regarding granting free days to parents for the supervision of children, in the situation of temporary closure of the educational units was published in the Official Gazette and entered into force from March 17, 2020. The law was given to grant free days to employees who have… |
Children |
Published_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary |
covid19 |
mmarquez |
https://legislatiamuncii.manager.ro/a/26294/legea-nr-19_2020-zile-libere-pentru… |
| 2020-03-30 |
Portugal: Full salary payment for employees and independent workers mandated to self-isolate or who have to look after their children |
portugal |
portugal.gov.ot (13.03.2020) It is equated with the disease of the situation of prophylactic isolation for 14 days of employees and independent workers of the general social security regime, motivated by situations of serious risk to public health decreed by the entities that exercise the power of… |
- Sick leave of 100% of the reference remuneration for employees and self-employed mandated to self-isolate for 14 days
- Waiving of the waiting period for sickness benefits and for childcare benefits
- Extraordinary compensation for parents having to look after their children under 12. 66% of the salary for employees (33% from Social Security, 33% from the employer), 33% for self-employed workers.
- Extraordinary support for professional training (up to 50% of minimum wage + training fees… |
2020-03-13
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The Council of Ministers approved a set of extraordinary and urgent measures to respond to the epidemiological situation of the new coronavirus / Covid-19. The measures were presented at the press conference of the Council of Ministers, and attended by the Ministers of State, Economy and Digital… |
Cash sickness benefits,Unemployment |
Published_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary |
covid19, self-employed |
mmarquez |
https://www.portugal.gov.pt/pt/gc22/comunicacao/noticia?i=governo-toma-medidas-… |
| 2020-03-30 |
Portugal: Extraordinary professional support training |
portugal |
portugal.gov.pt (13.03.2020) Extraordinary professional training support is created, in the amount of 50% of the worker's remuneration up to the limit of the National Minimum Wage, plus the cost of training, for the situations of workers not employed in productive activities for considerable… |
Extraordinary professional training support is created, in the amount of 50% of the worker's remuneration up to the limit of the National Minimum Wage, plus the cost of training, for the situations of workers not employed in productive activities for considerable periods, with the guarantee being given social protection of trainees and trainers in the course of training activities, as well as beneficiaries engaged in active employment policies who are prevented from attending training actions. |
2020-03-13
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The Council of Ministers approved a set of extraordinary and urgent measures to respond to the epidemiological situation of the new coronavirus / Covid-19. The measures were presented at the press conference of the Council of Ministers, and attended by the Ministers of State, Economy and Digital… |
Employment |
Published_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary |
covid19 |
mmarquez |
https://www.portugal.gov.pt/pt/gc22/comunicacao/noticia?i=governo-toma-medidas-… |
| 2020-03-30 |
Portugal: Financial support for childcare for employees and self-employed |
portugal |
portugal.gov.pt (13.03.2020)
Exceptional financial support is created for employees who have to stay at home to accompany their children up to 12 years old, in the amount of 66% of the basic remuneration (33% paid by the employer, 33% paid by Social Security) . For the self-employed, exceptional… |
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2020-03-13
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Press conference of the Council of Ministers on March 13, 2020
The Council of Ministers approved a set of extraordinary and urgent measures to respond to the epidemiological situation of the new coronavirus / Covid-19. The measures were presented at the press conference of the Council of Ministers… |
Children |
Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19 |
covid19, self-employed |
mmarquez |
https://www.portugal.gov.pt/pt/gc22/comunicacao/noticia?i=governo-toma-medidas-… |
| 2020-03-30 |
Poland: Additional care allowance for parents |
poland |
gov.pl (13.03.2020)
Parents have the right to an additional 14 days of childcare allowance for child care up to the age of 8 if the nursery, children's club, kindergarten or school the child attends is closed due to the coronavirus. The amount of additional care allowance is 80 percent of the… |
Additional 15 days of childcare allowance at 80% of the usual remuneration covered by ZUS (and not by the Social Insurance Fund). |
2020-03-13
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Who is entitled to additional care allowance for the duration of childcare?
Additional care allowance is granted to parents or legal guardians of children who are covered by sickness insurance and are looking after a child under 8 years of age. If both parents of the child work, one parent may… |
Children |
Published_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary |
covid19 |
mmarquez |
https://www.gov.pl/web/rodzina/dodatkowy-zasilek-opiekunczy---pytania-i-odpowie… |
| 2020-03-30 |
Peru: Government approves economic bonus for vulnerable population |
peru |
andina.pe (16.03.2020)
The President of the Republic Martin Vizcarra on Monday afternoon announced that the Council of Ministers approved an exceptional bonus of S/380 (about US$107) for each vulnerable family to be affected during the 15-day social isolation period recently decreed by the… |
Approval of an exceptional bonus of S/380 (about US$107) for each vulnerable family to be affected during the 15-day social isolation period recently decreed by the Government to stop the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic in Peru. It would also be extended to about 800 thousand families of self-employed workers (not yet implemented). |
2020-03-16
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The President of the Republic Martin Vizcarra on Monday afternoon announced that the Council of Ministers approved an exceptional bonus of S/380 (about US$107) for each vulnerable family to be affected during the 15-day social isolation period recently decreed by the Government to stop the spread… |
Social assistance,Cash transfers |
Published_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary |
covid19 |
mmarquez |
https://andina.pe/ingles/noticia-peru-government-approves-economic-bond-for-vul… |
| 2020-03-30 |
Peru: Midis designa el adelanto de pago de los programas sociales Pensión 65 y Contigo |
peru |
gob.pe (14.03.2020) El Midis, mediante el Decreto Supremo N° 004-2020-MIDIS, dispuso el doble pago a las usuarias y usuarios de los programas sociales Pensión 65 y Contigo, para evitar el contagio por exposición en colas o aglomeración de personas. Así, en el próximo pago bimensual de manera… |
El Midis, mediante el Decreto Supremo N° 004-2020-MIDIS, dispuso el doble pago a las usuarias y usuarios de los programas sociales Pensión 65 y Contigo, para evitar el contagio por exposición en colas o aglomeración de personas. Así, en el próximo pago bimensual de manera adelantada también recibirán el pago de los dos meses posteriores. El doble pago del apoyo económico se aplica en estos programas sociales al agrupar a poblaciones con alto riesgo ante el coronavirus, como son los adultos… |
2020-03-14
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El Ministerio de Desarrollo e Inclusión Social (Midis) viene ejecutando una estrategia preventiva dirigida a las usuarias y usuarios de los programas sociales, principalmente en las personas más vulnerables ante el coronavirus, para evitar que contraigan esta enfermedad.
“En el Midis estamos… |
Old-age pensions,Social assistance,Cash transfers |
Published_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary |
covid19 |
mmarquez |
https://www.gob.pe/institucion/midis/noticias/108918-midis-ejecuta-estrategia-p… |
| 2020-03-30 |
Portugal: Deferral of contributions for employers and the self-employed |
portugal |
covid19estamoson.gov.pt (20.03.2020) The Government approved a deferred payment scheme for social contributions due by employers and self-employed workers.
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Partial deferral of social security contributions for employers and for the self-employed for up to three months (April, May and June 2020). Those who opt to do so will be required to pay one-third of the value of contributions in the month they are due, and can choose to pay the remaining two-thirds in equal installments from either July to September or from July to December. All small employers (those with fewer than 50 employees) are eligible for the deferment; those with at least 50… |
2020-03-20
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See the document Explanatory charts for companies (PDF file)
What taxes and social contributions are covered?
IRC obligations - Main measures:
PEC postponement (to June 30)
Extension of delivery of Model 22 (to July 31)
Extension of the PPC and PAC (to August 31)
Delivery of withholding taxes… |
Contribution collection and compliance |
Published_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary |
covid19, self-employed |
mmarquez |
https://covid19estamoson.gov.pt/medidas-de-apoio-emprego-empresas/ |
| 2020-03-30 |
Portugal: Extraordinary support for employers and employees |
portugal |
covid19estamoson.gov.pt (20.03.2020)
The Extraordinary Support for maintaining employment contracts is an extraordinary financial support attributed to the company, per worker, destined exclusively to the payment of remuneration, during periods of temporary reduction of working hours or suspension… |
- Partial unemployment: in case of business closure or reduction of hours, employees are entitled to 66% of their salary, up to a lmiit of € 1,333.50, of which 70% is reimbursed to the employer by Social security.
- Waiving of employer's social security contributions: During the application of the support, the employer is exempt from paying social security contributions on the part of the employer, maintaining the 11% contribution for the employee. Part-time workers are also entitled to… |
2020-03-20
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Who can access this extraordinary support for maintaining employment contracts in a business crisis?
Employers in situations of business crisis that have their situation regularized before the Social Security and the Tax Authority, which:
Employing entities to which private law applies -… |
Unemployment,Contribution collection and compliance |
Published_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary |
covid19 |
mmarquez |
https://covid19estamoson.gov.pt/medidas-de-apoio-emprego-empresas/ |
| 2020-03-30 |
Germany: Financial support to workers |
germany |
Overview of the main measures implemented in Germany for workers:
- Emergency child supplement
- Compensation for loss of income due to the school closure
- Partial unemployment
- Simplified access to a basic income |
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2020-03-30
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Family benefits,Parental leave,Unemployment |
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covid19 |
pgirard |
https://www.bmfsfj.de/bmfsfj/themen/corona-pandemie/finanzielle-unterstuetzung |
| 2020-03-30 |
US: Stimulus Checks, Unemployment Benefits and More Details From the Coronavirus Bill |
United States |
The New York Times (25.03.2020) The largest economic stimulus measure in modern history would authorize direct payments to taxpayers and loans to small businesses, and create a $500 billion corporate bailout fund. |
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2020-03-30
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WASHINGTON — Trump administration officials and top Democrats finalized an agreement early Wednesday morning on a roughly $2 trillion rescue package to confront the coronavirus pandemic, the largest economic stimulus measure in modern history.
After days of partisan bickering and closed-door… |
Unemployment |
Published_SS_Monitor_covid19 |
covid19 |
pmassetti |
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/03/25/us/politics/whats-in-coronavirus-stimulus-bi… |
| 2020-03-30 |
US: Gig economy: What the new stimulus package means to freelancers |
United States |
usatoday.com (28.03.2020) On Friday, President Donald Trump signed a $2 trillion stimulus bill to help millions of Americans stay afloat during the coronavrus pandemic, as many were laid off or are struggling financially. Under the Pandemic Unemployment Assistance, included in the stimulus bill,… |
Under the Pandemic Unemployment Assistance, included in the stimulus bill, freelancers and gig workers can receive half the average unemployment benefit in their state and an extra $600 per week. The new assistance program was created to help qualify self-employed workers who couldn't file for regular unemployment insurance. |
2020-03-28
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Unemployment |
Published_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary |
covid19 |
pmassetti |
https://eu.usatoday.com/story/money/2020/03/28/gig-economy-what-new-stimulus-pa… |
| 2020-03-30 |
Germany: emergency child allowance |
germany |
185 EUR conditional child allowance for parents who see their income reduced due to the Coronavirus pandemic. Conditions are simplified and application process is facilitated through online tools. |
185 EUR conditional child allowance for parents who see their income reduced due to the Coronavirus pandemic. Conditions are simplified and application process is facilitated through online tools. |
2020-03-30
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Family benefits |
Published_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary |
covid19 |
pgirard |
https://www.bmfsfj.de/bmfsfj/themen/familie/unterstuetzung-fuer-familien--die-s… |
| 2020-03-30 |
Italy: baby-sitting benefits |
italy |
Details of the Italian baby-sitting benefits scheme of 600 EUR |
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2020-03-30
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Family benefits |
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covid19 |
pgirard |
https://www.inps.it/bussola/VisualizzaDoc.aspx?sVirtualURL=/Circolari/Circolare… |
| 2020-03-30 |
Italy: Extension of parental leave and baby-sitting benefits |
italy |
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2020-03-30
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Family benefits,Parental leave |
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covid19 |
pgirard |
https://www.inps.it/nuovoportaleinps/default.aspx?itemdir=53542 |
| 2020-03-30 |
Italy: emergency parental leave |
italy |
In order to support families during the closure of schools, Italy implemented an extraordinary parental leave of 15 days, which is being extended of an additional 12 days. |
Extraordinary paid parental leave increases by 12 days for each month in March and April 2020. |
2020-03-30
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Family benefits,Parental leave |
Published Measures summary |
covid19, family |
pgirard |
https://www.inps.it/bussola/VisualizzaDoc.aspx?sVirtualURL=/Circolari/Circolare… |
| 2020-03-30 |
Coronavirus: So lässt sich das Infektionsrisiko für das Fahrpersonal senken — BG Verkehr |
germany |
Der Güterkraftverkehr und andere in der BG Verkehr versicherte Branchen der Verkehrswirtschaft nehmen in der derzeitigen Lage eine Schlüsselrolle ein. Sie sorgen dafür, dass die Versorgung der Bevölkerung mit Gütern und Waren unterbrechungsfrei gewährleistet ist. Dazu müssen sich Mitarbeitende der… |
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2020-03-30
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Occupational accidents and diseases |
Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published_SS_Monitor_covid19_ Prevention |
covid19, prevention |
btreichel |
https://www.bg-verkehr.de/presse/pressemitteilungen/coronavirus-so-laesst-sich-… |
| 2020-03-30 |
Italy: Exceptional waiver for the validation of personal protective equipment |
italy |
In order to speed up the validation process of personal protective equipment dedicated to mitigate risks linked to the covid19, Italy has simplified the approval process. |
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2020-03-30
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covid19 |
pgirard |
https://www.inail.it/cs/internet/comunicazione/news-ed-eventi/news/news-validaz… |
| 2020-03-30 |
Italy: Recommendations for the protection of Health workers |
italy |
ROME - "Covid-19 and protection of health workers" is online, the second edition of the document published by the Inail which contains indications to protect the health and safety of this category of workers, at the forefront of the fight against the health emergency in course in our country,… |
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2020-03-30
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Prevention of occupational risks |
Published_SS_Monitor_covid19_ Prevention |
covid19, prevention |
pgirard |
https://www.inail.it/cs/internet/comunicazione/news-ed-eventi/news/news-covid19… |
| 2020-03-30 |
Coronavirus, doctors, nurses and health care workers are covered by INAIL |
italy |
ROME - The new Coronavirus infections of doctors, nurses and other employees of the National Health Service and of any other public or private health facility insured with Inail, which occurred in the work environment or due to the performance of the work activity, are fully protected as accidents… |
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2020-03-30
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Occupational accidents and diseases,Prevention of occupational risks |
Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published_SS_Monitor_covid19_ Prevention |
covid19, prevention |
btreichel |
https://www.inail.it/cs/internet/comunicazione/news-ed-eventi/news/news-nota-17… |
| 2020-03-30 |
Italy: Coronavirus, the infections of doctors, nurses and health care workers protected against accidents at work |
italy |
inail.it (17.03.2020) The new Coronavirus infections of doctors, nurses and other employees of the National Health Service and of any other public or private health facility insured with Inail, which occurred in the work environment or due to the performance of the work activity, are fully… |
The new Coronavirus infections of doctors, nurses and other employees of the National Health Service and of any other public or private health facility insured with Inail, which occurred in the work environment or due to the performance of the work activity, are fully protected as accidents at work.The causal link with the duties performed is assumed.Inail coverage also for quarantine and home isolation.For the employer, the obligation to report / communicate to the Institute remains. |
2020-03-17
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As clarified in a note, the INAIL protection covers the entire period of home or quarantine isolation and any subsequent one, due to the prolongation of illness that determines an absolute temporary incapacity
ROME - The new Coronavirus infections of doctors, nurses and other employees of the… |
Occupational accidents and diseases |
Published_SS_Monitor_covid19 |
covid19 |
mmarquez |
https://www.inail.it/cs/internet/comunicazione/news-ed-eventi/news/news-nota-17… |
| 2020-03-30 |
Australia unveils 'job keeper' payments to keep economy running |
australia |
Reuters (30.03.2020) Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison on Monday committed a A$130 billion ($79.86 billion) package to help save jobs as shockwaves from the coronavirus pandemic rip through the economy. The package includes a A$1,500 ($923.10) “job keeper” payment to be paid to employers… |
A$130 billion ($79.86 billion) package to help save jobs as shockwaves from the coronavirus pandemic rip through the economy. The package includes a A$1,500 ($923.10) “job keeper” payment to be paid to employers every two weeks, for each worker under the scheme. |
2020-03-30
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Reuters (30.03.2020) Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison on Monday committed a A$130 billion ($79.86 billion) package to help save jobs as shockwaves from the coronavirus pandemic rip through the economy. The package includes a A$1,500 ($923.10) “job keeper” payment to be paid to employers… |
Unemployment |
Published_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary |
covid19 |
pmassetti |
https://www.reuters.com/article/us-health-coronavirus-australia-payments/austra… |
| 2020-03-30 |
Italy: simplified procedure to access e-services |
italy |
In order to facilitate the access to e-services and request emergency allowances, the Italian administration simplified the procedures to request an e-access and PIN code. |
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2020-03-26
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Service quality |
Published_SS_Monitor_covid19 |
covid19 |
pgirard |
https://www.inps.it/nuovoportaleinps/default.aspx?itemdir=53534 |
| 2020-03-30 |
Italy: INPS Administrative measures |
italy |
For internal use: administrative measures implemented by INPS in Italy |
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2020-03-30
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covid19 |
pgirard |
https://www.inps.it/nuovoportaleinps/default.aspx?itemdir=53474 |
| 2020-03-27 |
Panama: Ejecutivo reduce temporalmente la jornada de trabajo ante pandemia de COVID-19 |
panama |
mitradel.gob.pa (13.03.2020)
El Decreto Ejecutivo No. 71 indica que los empleadores que sugieran reducir las horas de trabajo, lo consensuará con cada colaborador, definiendo los términos de la reducción de las horas laborables. Para esto, el Decreto Ejecutivo No. 71 establece un formulario… |
- Introduction of a new and temporary decree to the Labor Code that introduces the possibility of reduced working hours and of changing work location (possibly teleworking) in order to reduce the infection rate and proability from COVID-19. |
2020-01-13
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Ejecutivo regula temporalmente las modificaciones a la jornada de trabajo ante pandemia de COVID-19
El Consejo de Gabinete reunido la mañana de este viernes 13 de marzo de 2020, aprobó el Decreto Ejecutivo No. 71, “que reglamenta temporalmente el artículo 159 del Código de Trabajo”, ante la… |
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Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19 |
covid19 |
mmarquez |
https://www.mitradel.gob.pa/ejecutivo-regula-temporalmente-las-modificaciones-a… |
| 2020-03-27 |
Panama: Prestación por enfermedad para trabajadores diagnosticados con el Covid-19 |
panama |
mitradel.gob.pa (16.03.2020)
La norma establece que los trabajadores procedentes del exterior, mediante cualquier medio de transporte terrestre, marítimo o aéreo, de lugares o países declarados como áreas de riesgo deberá reportar su procedencia ante las Autoridades Sanitarias y notificar al… |
- Paid sick leave to workers infected with the Covid-19 that are in quarantine |
2020-03-16
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Mediante el Decreto Ejecutivo No. 78 del 16 de marzo de 2020, el Gobierno Nacional, a través del Ministerio de Trabajo y Desarrollo Laboral (Mitradel), hace de obligatorio cumplimiento la implementación de medidas que promuevan la higiene y seguridad en los espacios laborales. La medida también… |
Cash sickness benefits |
Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19 |
covid19 |
mmarquez |
https://www.mitradel.gob.pa/acciones-preventivas-de-contagio-de-covid-19-en-esp… |
| 2020-03-27 |
New Zealand: New measures: Deferral of the disability allowance and annual income reviews |
new zealand |
workandincome.govt.nz (27.03.2020) We’re making urgent changes to the way we do things – taking into account the health and safety of our clients and each other. From Monday 30 March we’re:
deferring the need to provide subsequent medical certificates for clients already getting Jobseeker Support… |
deferring the need to provide subsequent medical certificates for clients already getting Jobseeker Support, Sole Parent Support, Supported Living Payment and Child Disability Allowance.
deferring any Disability Allowance reviews
delaying Annual Reviews (including all annual reviews of income, confirming your circumstances (CYC) and annual circumstances letters (ACL), social housing reviews, and life certificates)
clearing any Special Benefit expiries or reviews
deferring any new… |
2020-03-27
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If you've been affected by COVID-19, we may be able to provide financial support. You may be self-isolating at home, or your work may be affected.
Last updated: 27 March 2020
Changes to the way we do things
We’re making urgent changes to the way we do things – taking into account the health and… |
Contribution collection and compliance |
Published_SS_Monitor_covid19 |
covid19 |
mmarquez |
https://workandincome.govt.nz/eligibility/emergencies/2020/coronavirus.html#null |
| 2020-03-27 |
Mexico: Adelantan 4 meses de pago a pensión de adultos mayores por coronavirus |
mexico |
plumaslibres.com.mx (18.03.2020) Ciudad de México.- El presidente Andrés Manuel López Obrador anunció un adelanto de 4 meses de pensión a adultos mayores, como parte de las medidas implementadas para reducir el impacto del contagio comunitario de coronavirus Covid-19, previsto para finales del mes… |
- Anticipation of old-age pension payment |
2020-10-18
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Ciudad de México.- El presidente Andrés Manuel López Obrador anunció un adelanto de 4 meses de pensión a adultos mayores, como parte de las medidas implementadas para reducir el impacto del contagio comunitario de coronavirus Covid-19, previsto para finales del mes de marzo por el gobierno federal… |
Old-age pensions |
Published_SS_Monitor_covid19 |
covid19 |
mmarquez |
https://plumaslibres.com.mx/2020/03/18/anuncia-amlo-que-adelantan-4-meses-de-pa… |
| 2020-03-27 |
Malaysia: Anticipation of payment of cash transfer and additional payment of BSH program |
malaysia |
thestar.com.my (16.03.2020) Meanwhile, Muhyiddin said that the RM200 payment for Bantuan Sara Hidup (BSH) recipients will be brought forward to March 16 from its initial date in May. “The BSH payments amounting to RM760mil will benefit 3.8 million BSH households." He also announced that an… |
- Anticipation of cash transfer payment of the BSH program
- Additional cash transfer (one-off) in May for recipients of the BSH program
- The additional cash transfer will benefit about 1.2 million more households |
2020-03-16
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PUTRAJAYA: The revised economic stimulus package under the Perikatan Nasional government will have additional benefits for employees who are affected by the Covid-19 pandemic, says Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin.
According to Muhyiddin, an Economic Action Council (EAC) meeting which took… |
Social assistance |
Published_SS_Monitor_covid19 |
covid19 |
mmarquez |
https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2020/03/16/pm-workers-forced-to-take-unp… |
| 2020-03-27 |
Malaysia: Workers forced to take unpaid leave to receive cash assistance of RM600 a month |
malaysia |
thestar.com.my (16.03.2020) Employees who are affected will receive financial assistance of RM600 each month for a maximum period of six months, said Muhyiddin. Workers who are given notice to take unpaid leave beginning March 1 will be eligible for the financial assistance, said Muhyiddin. “This… |
- Social assistance for employees forced to take unpaid leave |
2020-03-16
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PUTRAJAYA: The revised economic stimulus package under the Perikatan Nasional government will have additional benefits for employees who are affected by the Covid-19 pandemic, says Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin.
According to Muhyiddin, an Economic Action Council (EAC) meeting which took… |
Unemployment,Social assistance |
Published_SS_Monitor_covid19 |
covid19 |
mmarquez |
https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2020/03/16/pm-workers-forced-to-take-unp… |
| 2020-03-27 |
Japan: Employment Adjustment Subsidy: Qualifications relaxed to support business impacted from the novel Coronavirus infection |
japan |
en.an-japan.com (27.02.2020) Now in late February 2020, the novel coronavirus is spreading around the globe and impacting people and business. Japan is also hit severely by the virus that stops influx of Chinese tourists and has many events and gatherings cancelled or postponed. Some businesses… |
- Subsidy to companies that allow partial paid leave instead of recurring to dismissal of workers |
2020-02-27
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Now in late February 2020, the novel coronavirus is spreading around the globe and impacting people and business. Japan is also hit severely by the virus that stops influx of Chinese tourists and has many events and gatherings cancelled or postponed. Some businesses have to consider down-sizing… |
Unemployment |
Published_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary |
covid19 |
mmarquez |
https://en.an-japan.com/2020/02/27/emp-subsidy/ |
| 2020-03-27 |
Japan: Osaka to offer free school lunches as virus hits local economy |
japan |
mainichi.jp (18.03.2020)
OSAKA (Kyodo) -- The city government of Osaka officially decided Wednesday to offer free school lunches to all of its public elementary and junior high school students from April to alleviate the financial burden on households caused by the spread of the novel coronavirus… |
- Free school lunches to all public elementary and junior high school students |
2020-03-18
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OSAKA (Kyodo) -- The city government of Osaka officially decided Wednesday to offer free school lunches to all of its public elementary and junior high school students from April to alleviate the financial burden on households caused by the spread of the novel coronavirus.
The plan, the first… |
Social assistance |
Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19 |
covid19 |
mmarquez |
https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20200318/p2g/00m/0na/020000c |
| 2020-03-27 |
Jamaica: Education Ministry providing food to PATH students amid school closure |
jamaica |
jamaica-gleaner.com (16.03.2020)
As part of its education in emergencies response plans, the Ministry says , in collaboration with school leaders, teachers and educational partners, it has already provided significant support to enable continued teaching and learning while students are not in… |
- in-kind support (food) for PATH program students |
2020-03-16
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The Ministry of Education says it will be providing nutritional support through Nutrition Products Limited to students on the Programme of Advancement Through Health and Education (PATH) for the period that they will be out of school over the next two weeks.
As part of its education in emergencies… |
Social assistance |
Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19 |
covid19 |
mmarquez |
http://jamaica-gleaner.com/article/news/20200316/education-ministry-providing-f… |
| 2020-03-27 |
Italy: Italian government proposes vouchers for babysitters and payment of 80% of wages in response to coronavirus |
italy |
time24.news (15.03.2020) To discourage layoffs during the crisis, employees of companies that have paralyzed their activities will be entitled to receive a benefit in the amount of 80% of the salary, paid by the agency similar to the Brazilian INSS. The measure would be valid for nine weeks – that… |
- sick leave covering up to 80% of the salary
- cash benefit for parents between € 600 to € 1000 (for healthcare and laboratory workers) |
2020-02-15
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The Minister of Finance of the Italy, Roberto Gualtieri, officially announced on Sunday (15) the terms of the economic package proposed by the government in response to the coronavirus pandemic.
The measures, which total € 25 billion (R $ 135 billion), are scheduled to be voted on by the… |
Cash sickness benefits,Children,Social assistance |
Published_SS_Monitor_covid19 |
covid19 |
mmarquez |
https://www.time24.news/i/2020/03/italian-government-proposes-vouchers-for-baby… |
| 2020-03-27 |
Iran: One-time cash transfer to most vulnerable households |
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foreignaffairs.com (18.03.2020) This week, the government announced that it would distribute a one-time cash transfer to households without a “regular source of income.” About three million families fall into this category, and they account for some 20 percent of the population. For the poorest… |
- cash transfer to households with irregular income |
2020-03-18
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If you want to die, go to Gilan. This old Iranian proverb does not actually warn people against travel to Gilan, Iran’s beautiful, green, and lush Caspian province, though today that meaning may be more apt. Gilan is the province of Iran most infected with the novel coronavirus after Qom, the city… |
Social assistance |
Published_SS_Monitor_covid19 |
covid19 |
mmarquez |
https://www.foreignaffairs.com/articles/iran/2020-03-18/coronavirus-irans-perfe… |
| 2020-03-27 |
Indonesia: Support for low-cost housing |
indonesia |
aseanbriefing.com (27.03.2020) The government has injected 1.5 trillion rupiah (US$104 million) into its subsidized housing program which is expected to cover financing for a further 175,000 new homes. 800 billion rupiah (US$55 million) will be used to cover interest payments with the rest going to… |
30% increase in subsidies for basic needs for 15.2 million poor households- budgetary increase for the subsidized house program to cover 175,000 new homes; part of this increase will be used to cover interest payments. |
2020-03-10
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On February 25, 2020, the Indonesian government unveiled a US$725 million stimulus package to support the tourism, airline, and the property industries in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak.
There is also waiver on taxes for hotels and restaurants in selected regions of the country.
In addition… |
Housing |
Published_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary |
covid19 |
mmarquez |
https://www.aseanbriefing.com/news/indonesia-unveils-stimulus-package-to-combat… |
| 2020-03-27 |
Indonesia: Extra funding for the Affordable Food Program and additional cash benefit |
indonesia |
aseanbriefing.com (10.03.2020) The government prepared funding totaling 4.6 trillion rupiah (US$324 million) for the Affordable Food Program (Sembako Murah) to boost local consumption. This program was initiated by the President during his re-election campaign in 2019 and aims to enable 15 million… |
- budgetary increase of food program
- cash benefit for low income households payable for 6 months |
2020-03-10
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On February 25, 2020, the Indonesian government unveiled a US$725 million stimulus package to support the tourism, airline, and the property industries in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak.
There is also waiver on taxes for hotels and restaurants in selected regions of the country.
In addition… |
Social assistance |
Published_SS_Monitor_covid19 |
covid19 |
mmarquez |
https://www.aseanbriefing.com/news/indonesia-unveils-stimulus-package-to-combat… |
| 2020-03-27 |
Italy: Extension of parental leave and funds for families |
italy |
cnbc.com (16.03.2020) Economy Minister Roberto Gualtieri said the new measures would be approved next month. Monday’s decree is immediately effective and provides 3.5 billion euros ($3.9 billion) to help the hard-pressed health service and 10 billion to support families and workers, ministers said… |
- extension of parental leave
- assistance to family to cover childcare (babysitters)
- firing procedures halted temporarily |
2020-03-16
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Italy on Monday adopted an emergency decree worth 25 billion euros ($28 billion) to support an already weak economy battered by the worst outbreak of coronavirus in Europe.
Italy recorded 368 deaths from COVID-19 on Sunday alone, easily the biggest daily toll recorded in any country so far, and… |
Family benefits,Unemployment,Social assistance |
Published_SS_Monitor_covid19 |
covid19, family |
mmarquez |
https://www.cnbc.com/2020/03/16/italy-supports-coronavirus-hit-economy-pm-hails… |
| 2020-03-27 |
India: Cash transfers, free foodgrains for poor in Rs 1.7 lakh |
india |
timesofindia.indiatimes.com (27.03.2020) NEW DELHI: The government on Thursday announced a Rs 1.7 lakh crore package focused on emergency cash transfers into bank accounts of the poor, along with providing free foodgrains, pulses and cooking gas for three months in a bid to cushion them from the… |
- cash transfers into bank accounts of the porr
- in-kind benefits (food) in the form of foodgrains and cooking gas for three months |
2020-03-27
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Social assistance |
Published_SS_Monitor_covid19 |
covid19 |
mmarquez |
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/cash-transfers-free-foodgrains-for-po… |
| 2020-03-27 |
Tipps zum Schutz vor Grippe und Corona - arbeit & gesundheit |
germany |
Manche Krankheiten verbreiten sich schnell in viele Länder. Das nennt man: Pandemie. Dazu gehört auch Grippe und die neue Krankheit Corona. Hier lesen Sie Tipps, damit Sie sich bei der Arbeit nicht anstecken:
Halten Sie Abstand - Schütteln Sie keine Hände -Waschen Sie sich oft die Hände - Kratzen… |
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2020-03-27
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Occupational accidents and diseases,Prevention of occupational risks |
Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published_SS_Monitor_covid19_ Prevention |
covid19, prevention |
btreichel |
https://aug.dguv.de/leichte-sprache/tipps-zum-schutz-vor-grippe-und-corona/ |
| 2020-03-27 |
India: Kerala govt home delivers mid-day meal supplies to kids |
india |
thenewsminute.com (13.03.2020)
In a gesture of goodwill, the Kerala government has started measures to deliver ingredients for mid-day meals to over three lakh children studying in anganwadis, which have been closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This is to ensure the undisrupted supply of meals to… |
- Food for students |
2020-11-13
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Children,Social assistance |
Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19 |
covid19 |
mmarquez |
https://www.thenewsminute.com/article/covid-19-anganwadis-shut-kerala-govt-home… |
| 2020-03-27 |
Aushänge für Kassen und Bedientheke — BGHW-Website |
germany |
Die Gesundheit der Kunden und Beschäftigten liegt Ihnen am Herzen. Mit diesen Aushängen können Sie Ihre Kunden auf die Vorsichtsmaßnahmen hinweisen.
Aushang Kasse Verhaltensregeln an der Kasse (bargeldlos bezahlen, Abstand halten) (PDF, 1321 KByte)
Aushang Kasse und Bedientheke 2 m Abstand… |
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2020-03-27
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Occupational accidents and diseases,Prevention of occupational risks |
Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published_SS_Monitor_covid19_ Prevention |
covid19, prevention |
btreichel |
https://www.bghw.de/die-bghw/faq/faqs-rund-um-corona/spezielle-fragen-fuer-besc… |
| 2020-03-27 |
Ottawa drafting mandatory standards to protect health of workers during pandemic - The Globe and Mail |
canada |
The Globe and Mail (26.03.2020) The federal government is drafting mandatory, national standards to protect the health and safety of workers during the coronavirus pandemic. |
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2020-03-27
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The federal government is drafting mandatory, national standards to protect the health and safety of workers during the coronavirus pandemic. Federal Labour Minister Filomena Tassi spoke with her provincial and territorial counterparts during a conference call on Thursday regarding how they can… |
Safety and health at work,Prevention of occupational risks |
Published_SS_Monitor_covid19_ Prevention, Published_SS_Monitor_covid19 |
covid19 |
btreichel |
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/article-ottawa-drafting-mandatory-stan… |
| 2020-03-27 |
Das Coronavirus: Empfehlungen zum Schutz der Beschäftigten im Handel und der Warenlogistik — BGHW-Website |
germany |
Die ständige Intensivierung der Maßnahmen zur Eindämmung des Coronavirus erhöht weltweit den Handlungsdruck - auch für die Bereiche des öffentlichen Lebens. Aufgrund der hohen Infektiosität sind Schutzmaßnahmen für die Beschäftigten im Bereich des Handels und der Warenlogistik notwendig. Wir weisen… |
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2020-03-27
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Occupational accidents and diseases,Prevention of occupational risks |
Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published_SS_Monitor_covid19_ Prevention |
covid19, prevention |
btreichel |
https://www.bghw.de/presse/pressemitteilungen/aktuelle-pressemitteilungen/das-c… |
