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Morocco: The Ministry of Health is launching the mobile application "Wiqaytna" for notification of exposure to this virus morocco The Ministry of Health (01.06.2020) The Ministry of Health is launching the mobile application for notification of exposure to this virus, called "Wiqaytna" available from June 1, 2020 for download on Google Play, App store, and on www.wiqaytna.ma . "Wiqaytna", based on… The Ministry of Health is launching the mobile application for notification of exposure to this virus, called "Wiqaytna". "Wiqaytna" notifies its users in the event of prolonged physical proximity with another user who is positive for Coronavirus in the last 21 days after contact. 2020-06-01 As part of efforts to fight the spread of the new Coronavirus responsible for the disease "COVID-19" in Morocco, the Ministry of Health is launching the mobile application for notification of exposure to this virus, called "Wiqaytna" . This mobile solution is launched as part of a… Health,Information and communication technology Published_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, digital inclusion siha https://www.sante.gov.ma/pages/actualites.aspx?IDActu=424
Morocco: The Ministry of Health is launching its digital community platform for health professionals morocco The Ministry of Health (30.03.2020) The Ministry of Health is launching its digital community platform for health professionals from both the public and private sectors "Sante connect": This new application, available on Android and IOS, aims to create a new dynamic of strictly channeled… The Ministry of Health is launching its digital community platform for health professionals from both the public and private sectors "Sante connect": This new application, available on Android and IOS, aims to create a new dynamic of strictly channeled communication with health professionals, with a view to allowing them real-time access to news and medical training. 2020-03-30 As part of strengthening its internal digital communication strategy, the Ministry of Health is launching an interactive "Health Connect" computer application dedicated to health professionals. This new application, available on Android and IOS, aims to create a new dynamic of strictly channeled… Health,Information and communication technology,Communication,Service quality Published_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary communication, community, covid19, services quality siha https://www.sante.gov.ma/pages/actualites.aspx?IDActu=420
Switzerland: SwissCovid tracing app launched switzerland swissinfo (25.06.2020) A contact tracing app is now available in Switzerland for newer smartphones to help tackle Covid-19. If a person tests positive for coronavirus, everyone with whom that person was in contact in previous days – within two metres and for more than 15 minutes –… A contact tracing app is now available in Switzerland for newer smartphones to help tackle Covid-19. If a person tests positive for coronavirus, everyone with whom that person was in contact in previous days – within two metres and for more than 15 minutes – is alerted via the app to isolate themselves and get tested. 2020-06-25 A contact tracing app is now available in Switzerland for newer smartphones to help tackle Covid-19. If a person tests positive for coronavirus, everyone with whom that person was in contact in previous days – within two metres and for more than 15 minutes – is alerted via the app to… Health,Information and communication technology,E-services,Technological transition Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, digital inclusion, services quality siha https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/tracking-the-virus_swisscovid-tracing-app-launched…
Iceland: Application for closing grants iceland Skatturinn - skattar og gjöld (12.06.2020) An application for a grant has been opened in accordance with Act no. 38/2020 . The operators that were made to cease their activities according to the Minister of Health's announcement of restrictions on… Closing grant adopted in the Parliament  Act no. 38/2020  on financial support for smaller operators due to the pandemic. The government will provide these individuals and legal entities engaged in business or self-employment activities with grants to make up part of the revenue decline and help them meet the fixed costs incurred in their operations. 800 thousand ISK per employee A maximum of ISK 2.4 million per company 2020-06-12 Application for closing grants 06/12/2020 An application for a grant has been opened in accordance with Act no. 38/2020 . The operators that were made to cease their activities according to the Minister of Health's announcement of restrictions on epidemics… Employment,Cash transfers Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, Emergency grants, self-employed, youth employment siha https://www.rsk.is/um-rsk/frettir-og-tilkynningar/umsokn-um-lokunarstyrk
Iceland: An internet chat with nurses will be available every day from 9 a.m. - 10 p.m. iceland Ministry of Health (28.05.2020) The health authority aims to ensure that citizens have access to counseling and guidance on the health system through an online chat on www.heilsuvera.is every day of the week from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. The Minister of Health has accepted the… The health authority aims to ensure that citizens have access to counseling and guidance on the health system through an online chat on www.heilsuvera.is every day of the week from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. In March 2020, users had a high number of 16,000 interactions with nurses through the Internet chat, and 93% of users expressed satisfaction with the service. 2020-05-28 (Google translate) The health care area of ​​the capital area aims to ensure that citizens have access to counseling and guidance on the health system through an online chat on www.heilsuvera.is every day of the week from 10am. eight in the morning to ten in the evening. The… Health,Information and communication technology,Communication Published_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary communication, covid19, customer_services siha https://www.stjornarradid.is/efst-a-baugi/frettir/stok-frett/2020/05/28/Netspja…
Iceland: Notification to Employers of Changes in Partial Benefit / Decreased Percentage iceland Labor (28.04.2020) The option for full time workers to move to part-time with government support will be extended to 31 August, from its original finish date on 1 June. The livelihoods of tens of thousands of employees have been protected since this support measure took effect, but the… The government extends through June its program of covering up to 75 percent of the pay of employees whose job ratio has been reduced. After the end of June, the government will cover up to 50 percent of their salary through August. 2020-04-28 (Google translate) As of July 1 to August 31 will be s workers rate having dropped by  20 percentage s Aglientu level  at least and employee must keep at least 50% employment to be eligible for partial benefits. The Directorate of Labor therefore pays a… Unemployment,Cash transfers Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, Emergency grants, youth employment siha https://www.vinnumalastofnun.is/upplysingar-vegna-covid-19/minnkad-starfshlutfa…
Taiwan: Deferred payment of labor, insurance premiums and labor pension Taiwan, China Labor Insurance Bureau of the Ministry of Labor (11.03.2020) From April 1, 2020 to September 30, 2020, the insured (withdrawn) unit and professional workers meet one of the conditions may apply to the Bureau for deferred payment of labor, insurance premiums and labor pension. The… The insurance premium and labor retirement pension of 6 months of labor from February 2020 to July 2020 from the expiration date of the grace (limitation) period may be postponed for half a year. No late fees will be levied during this period. 2020-03-11 1. The insured (withdrawn) unit and professional workers meet one of the following conditions. From April 1, 109 to September 30, 109, you may apply to the Bureau for deferred payment of labor, insurance premiums and labor pension. : (1) Those who have been notified of the reduction of work breaks… Contribution collection and compliance,Shocks & extreme events Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary contribution collection, covid19, economic crisis siha https://www.bli.gov.tw/0104102.html
Iceland: Payments in Quarantine iceland The Directorate of Labor (27.04.2020) The Directorate of Labor handles the implementation of the Act on Temporary Payments for Persons Affected with Quarantine. The Act applies to payments to employers who have paid employees who are quarantined salaries during the period from February 1… The Act on Temporary Payments for Persons Affected with Quarantine applies to payments to employers who have paid employees who are quarantined salaries during the period from February 1, 2020 to September 30, 2020. Employees who have quarantined but have not been paid by their employer can also apply for payments under the Act. In addition, self-employed persons can apply for the payments. 2020-04-27 (Google translate) Payments in quarantine The Directorate of Labor handles the implementation of the Act on Temporary Payments for Persons Affected with Quarantine. The purpose of the Act is to support employers who pay employees who are paid quarantine wages when other rights, such as sick… Employment,Cash transfers Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, Emergency grants, self-employed, youth employment siha https://www.vinnumalastofnun.is/upplysingar-vegna-covid-19/greidslur-i-sottkvi
Taiwan: Labor subsidy for self-employed workers or workers without a certain employer Taiwan, China Labor Insurance Bureau of the Ministry of Labor (20.04.2020) The subsidy is paid to self-employed workers with nationality of the Republic of China or workers without a certain employer whose income is affected due to the impact of the epidemic in order to maintain their living needs. Each… The subsidy is paid to self-employed workers with nationality of the Republic of China or workers without a certain employer whose income is affected due to the impact of the epidemic in order to maintain their living needs. Each person will receive a subsidy of 10,000 yuan per month, which will be paid for three months at a time, totaling 30,000 yuan. 2020-04-20 Labor subsidy for self-employed workers or without certain employer 1. Subsidy target: To assist working vulnerable workers whose income is affected due to the impact of the epidemic to provide their living subsidies to maintain their living needs. The subsidy targets are self-employed workers… Cash transfers,Shocks & extreme events Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, Emergency grants, self-employed siha https://www.bli.gov.tw/0104145.html
Kuwait: Implementing the decision to postpone the payment of contribution kuwait Social Insurance Institution (19.04.2020) The General Organization for Social Insurance announced that it has implemented the decision to postpone some of the amounts due according to the Social Insurance Law for a period of six months from 1 April 2020. The amounts of the deferred… Social Insurance Institution (19.04.2020) The General Organization for Social Insurance announced that it has implemented the decision to postpone some of the amounts due according to the Social Insurance Law for a period of six months from 1 April 2020. The amounts of the deferred contributions will be paid on 24 months starting from October 2020. 2020-04-19 Implement the decision to postpone some of the amounts due according to the Social Security Law, and deposit the deducted amounts in the accounts of the beneficiaries today      Kuwait April 19, 2020 --- The General Organization for Social Insurance announced that it has implemented… Old-age pensions,Contribution collection and compliance,Shocks & extreme events Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary contribution collection, covid19 siha https://www.pifss.gov.kw/news/templates/PIFSS_template.aspx?articleid=385&zonei…
Cuba: Protección para los autónomos y asistencia social cuba mtss.gob.cu (03.06.2020) La Ministra de Trabajo y Seguridad Social puntualizó que, como ha informado el Ministerio de Finanzas y Precios (MFP), los trabajadores autónomos se acogen a varios beneficios entre los que sobresalen la prórroga del registro de contribuyentes, el aplazamiento del pago… The Covid-19 related measures most used by self-employed workers include the extension of taxpayer registration, deferral of taxes and social security contributions and the suspension of social security payments for hired workers. They are also eligible for social assistance. 2020-06-03 Contribution collection and compliance,Social assistance Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary contribution collection, covid19, self-employed mmarquez http://www.mtss.gob.cu/noticias/cuba-mantiene-las-medidas-de-proteccion-laboral…
Cuba: Se mantienen las medidas de protección laboral y salarial frente al Covid-19 cuba mtss.gob.cu (03.06.2020) Las medidas de protección laboral y salarial implementadas ante la situación epidemiológica provocada por la COVID-19 en el país se mantendrán, informó Marta Elena Feitó Cabrera, ministra de Trabajo y Seguridad Social, al intervenir este martes en el espacio televisivo de… All 36 measures related to job and salary protection are still in place. The salary replacement rate remains at 60% as of the second month, and teleworking practices are encouraged to stay, with currently 627,855 workers (22%) under this modality. Additionally, 40 thousand out of 142, 510 laid-off workers, have been realocated to other roles (10%) or changed type of work (19%). 2020-06-03 Las medidas de protección laboral y salarial implementadas ante la situación epidemiológica provocada por la COVID-19 en el país se mantendrán, informó Marta Elena Feitó Cabrera, ministra de Trabajo y Seguridad Social, al intervenir este martes en el espacio televisivo de la Mesa Redonda. Destacó… Unemployment,Human resource management Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, human resources mmarquez http://www.mtss.gob.cu/noticias/cuba-mantiene-las-medidas-de-proteccion-laboral…
Antigua and Barbuda: Reopening of physical offices to the public antigua socialsecurity.gov.ag (19.05.2020) The Antigua & Barbuda Social Security Board wishes to advise the general public that its Registration Unit is opened. Registration is by appointment only. Our registration forms for employees, employers and self-employed persons can be accessed via our website. Re-opening of offices to the public by appointment only. 2020-05-19 The Antigua & Barbuda Social Security Board wishes to advise the general public that its Registration Unit is opened. Registration is by appointment only. Our registration forms for employees, employers and self-employed persons can be accessed via our website. Persons are reminded to pay keen… Service delivery Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, customer_services mmarquez http://www.socialsecurity.gov.ag/media/press-releases
Israel: Temporary extension of period of eligibility for benefits recipients israel National Insurance Institute of Israel (23.06.2020) National Insurance Institute have automatically extended the eligibility period of benefits recipients temporarily: The eligible recipients includes recipients of long-term care benefits, recipients of disability pension, disabled child… The eligibility period of benefits recipients has automatically extended temporarily: The eligible recipients includes recipients of long-term care benefits, recipients of disability pension, disabled child benefit and attendance benefits, recipients of a work disability pension, and recipients of hostile actions casualty benefit. Extended duration differs depending on the types of benefits. 2020-06-23 Temporary extension of period of eligibility for benefits recipients We have automatically extended the eligibility period of benefits recipients temporarily: Recipients of long-term care benefits – who were granted a temporary eligibility until the end of March, their entitlement to the… Disability,Service delivery,Long-term care,Shocks & extreme events Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, Emergency grants, service delivery siha https://www.btl.gov.il/English%20Homepage/about/news/Pages/All-coronavirus-rela…
Colombia: Desempleados continúan con acceso a salud colombia minsalud.gov.co (05.06.2020) La expedición del Decreto 800 de 2020 tiene por objetivo garantizar el flujo de recursos a las EPS y otros aseguradores, así como a hospitales e IPS privadas pero, también garantiza el aseguramiento para aquellas personas que en el marco de la Emergencia Sanitaria… With Decree 800 of 2020 guarantess health insurance coverage to persons who lost their jobs due to Covid-19 crisis and, consequently, the capacity to continue with their social security contributions to the health system. Certain qualifying conditions apply, such as having contributed with a base salary (up to one legal minimum monthly salary) and not be part of the subsidized regime (according to the SISBEN). Self employed persons are eligible. The emergency coverage is temporary up to a… 2020-06-04 Health,Cash sickness benefits,Unemployment Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary coverage, covid19, self-employed mmarquez https://consultorsalud.com/desempleados-continuan-con-acceso-a-salud/
Chile: Nuevos montos y cobertura del beneficio Ingreso Familiar de Emergencia 2.0 chile bonosdelgobierno.com (15.06.2020) Nuevo Plan de Emergencia es anunciado por el gobierno en donde aumentaría a 100.000 pesos el Bono Familiar de Emergencia por integrante, alcanzando un universo de 2.1 Millones de hogares beneficiarios. ¿En que consiste las mejoras del nuevo Bono de… New Emergency Plan is announced by the government which would increase to 100,000 pesos the Family Emergency Bonus per member, reaching a universe of 2.1 million beneficiary households. The socio-economic focus section has been expanded: from 60% to 80% of greater vulnerability in the short term. Increase in the amount: from $260,000 to $400,000 for a family of 4 people without formal income. In other words, if there is no formal income, the amount per person in the household… 2020-06-15 Nuevo Plan de Emergencia es anunciado por el gobierno en donde aumentaría a 100.000 pesos el Bono Familiar de Emergencia por integrante, alcanzando un universo de 2.1 Millones de hogares beneficiarios. Ingreso Familiar de Emergencia 2.0: ¿En que consiste las mejoras del nuevo Bono de… Family benefits,Social assistance,Cash transfers Published_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, family cambrosio https://www.emol.com/noticias/Economia/2020/06/14/989081/Nuevo-IFE-montos-y-cob…
S. Korea: NPS operated community treatment centers and temporary housing korea, Republic of mohw.go.kr (12.03.2020) At the outset of the virus infection, Daegu saw the largest increase in the number of confirmed cases of COVID-19. Therefore, NPS offered its facilities to be used as community treatment centers and was entrusted by Central Disaster Management Headquarters with the… NPS offered its facilities to be used as community treatment centers and was entrusted by Central Disaster Management Headquarters with the management of Gyeonggi International 2 Community Treatment Center that hosted patients from abroad that have relatively mild symptoms. 2020-06-19 Health,Housing Published Measures summary covid19 cambrosio http://www.mohw.go.kr/eng/nw/nw0101vw.jsp?PAR_MENU_ID=1007&MENU_ID=100701&page=…
S. Korea: Use of cutting-edge ICT capabilities to support controlling the spread of the virus korea, Republic of mohw.go.kr NPS maintained coordination with the government to overcome the pandemic that has escalated to a national disaster, while leading the effort to put an end to the outbreak as a social security institution by utilizing its ICT capabilities to conduct self-monitoring of people from… NPS is utilizing its ICT capabilities to conduct self-monitoring of people from abroad. Additionally, it implemented the use of cutting-edge ICT capabilities to support controlling the spread of the virus. Moreover, closely coordinated with the government and used our benefit payment know-hows as well as ICT capabilities to establish paid leave compensation payment system. 2020-03-19 Information and communication technology Published Measures summary covid19 cambrosio http://english.moef.go.kr/pc/selectTbPressCenterDtl.do?boardCd=N0001&seq=4868
S. Korea: relief of contribution burden for insured korea, Republic of National Pension Service of Korea introduced the relief of contribution burden for insured: Expansion of contribution exemption for the insured: Whereas before contribution exemption was only granted to those without income for reasons such as business and employment termination, exemption is… National Pension Service of Korea introduced the relief of contribution burden for insured: Expansion of contribution exemption for the insured: Whereas before contribution exemption was only granted to those without income for reasons such as business and employment termination, exemption is now temporarily applied to those whose incomes are reduced due to the pandemic, effectively relieving the contribution burden imposed on the insured. Exemption of arrears for financially challenged… 2020-04-03 Contribution collection and compliance Published Measures summary covid19 cambrosio http://www.koreaherald.com/view.php?ud=20200403000603
Denmark: One-time grant of DKK 1,000 denmark Ministry of employment (16.06.2020) A tax-free one-time grant of DKK 1,000 is paid to beneficiaries who were fully or partially publicly supported by a public income transfer in the month of April. The grant is not offset by the citizen's public benefits. A tax-free one-time grant of DKK 1,000 is paid to beneficiaries who were fully or partially publicly supported by a public income transfer in the month of April. The grant is not offset by the citizen's public benefits. 2020-06-16 Overview: These individuals are eligible for a one-time grant of DKK 1,000. The agreement on the recovery of the Danish economy stipulates that beneficiaries receive a tax-free one-time grant of DKK 1,000. The subsidy is not offset in the citizen's public benefits. On June 15, the Government, the… Cash transfers Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, economic crisis siha https://bm.dk/nyheder-presse/nyheder/2020/06/oversigt-disse-personer-er-beretti…
Sweden: New measures to strengthen care of the elderly and health care during the COVID-19 crisis sweden Government.se (12.05.2020)  The COVID-19 pandemic has affected an already strained staffing situation for health and social care, not least in care of the elderly. To improve the supply of staff and make it more attractive to seek jobs in care of the elderly, a boost for care of the… Employees in care of the elderly will be offered paid education and training during working hours. Central government will finance the costs for the time the employee is absent due to studies. The initiative comprises SEK 2.2 billion in 2020 and 2021. 2020-05-12 As a consequence of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Government, the Centre Party and the Liberal Party are today presenting new measures. A boost for care of the elderly is being implemented that means that employees in care of the elderly will be offered paid education and training during working hours… Employment,Employment of young workers,Long-term care Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, human resources, youth employment siha https://www.government.se/press-releases/2020/05/new-measures-to-strengthen-car…
Sweden: Unemployed people matched to green industries sweden Government.se (27.05.2020) The Government is investing to assist the green industries in the absence of foreign seasonal workers. SEK 11 million is being invested to facilitate the matching of unemployed people to the green industries. The horticulture and forestry industries are experiencing… The Government is investing to assist the green industries in the absence of foreign seasonal workers. SEK 11 million is being invested to facilitate the matching of unemployed people to the green industries. An existing Swedish Agency for Economic and Regional Growth mandate, in which the Federation of Swedish Farmers and the Swedish Public Employment Service cooperate, is being strengthened. 2020-05-27 Unemployed people matched to green industries Published 27 May 2020 The Government is investing to assist the green industries in the absence of foreign seasonal workers. SEK 11 million is being invested to facilitate the matching of unemployed people to the green industries. The… Employment,Employment of young workers Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, youth employment siha https://www.government.se/press-releases/2020/05/unemployed-people-matched-to-g…
Moldova: amendment to the Law on the State Social Insurance Budget for 2020 and increase of expenses moldova, Republic of moldpres.md (21.04.2020) Under these circumstances, the Government's priority was and remains the full payment of the established pensions and social benefits. In the context of the establishment of the state of emergency on the territory of the Republic of Moldova, the Law on the… The Law on the State Social Insurance Budget for 2020 was amended by specifying the incomes and expenditures, in order to carry out the measures laid down and to ensure the non-disturbance of the insurance process with social payments for the beneficiaries. 2020-06-18 Pensions,Financing Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19 cambrosio https://www.moldpres.md/en/news/2020/04/24/20003429
Moldova: increase in the unemployment benefit and extension of coverage moldova, Republic of moldpres.md (21.04.2020) There has been an increase in the amount of unemployment benefit by almost 55% and the extension of eligibility criteria for unemployment benefits. The large number of labour migrants returned to the country after losing their jobs abroad will be automatically entitled to… There has been an increase in the amount of unemployment benefit by almost 55% and the extension of eligibility criteria for unemployment benefits. The large number of labour migrants returned to the country after losing their jobs abroad will be automatically entitled to this social allowance. In the circumstances of an emergency, the unemployment benefit is also granted to patent holders and self-employed individuals in the retail trade sector. 2020-04-21 Unemployment Published Measures summary coverage, covid19, extending coverage, self-employed cambrosio https://www.moldpres.md/en/news/2020/04/24/20003429
Finland: Shorter daily commuting distance for commuting and relocation allowance finland Ministry of Social Affairs and Health (11.06.2020) The commuting and relocation allowance will be temporarily available to persons who work full-time and whose daily commute at the start of employment takes at least two hours instead of the three hours currently required. The allowance can… The commuting and relocation allowance will be temporarily available to persons who work full-time and whose daily commute at the start of employment takes at least two hours instead of the three hours currently required. The allowance can also be paid to persons who move because of a job a distance comparable to the daily commuting requirement. The legislative amendments will be in force from 12 June to 31 October 2020. 2020-06-18 The commuting and relocation allowance will be temporarily available to persons who work full-time and whose daily commute at the start of employment takes at least two hours instead of the three hours currently required. The allowance can also be paid to persons who move because of a job a… Employment,Shocks & extreme events Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, labour markets siha https://stm.fi/en/article/-/asset_publisher/tyottomyysetuuden-suojaosaa-korotet…
Finland: Increase in the exempt amount of unemployment security finland Ministry of Social Affairs and Health (11.06.2020) The exempt amount of the unemployment benefit will be temporarily raised from the current EUR 300 to EUR 500 per month (i.e., from EUR 279 to EUR 465 per four calendar weeks). The exempt amount means the amount… The exempt amount of the unemployment benefit will be temporarily raised from the current EUR 300 to EUR 500 per month (i.e., from EUR 279 to EUR 465 per four calendar weeks). The exempt amount means the amount unemployed jobseekers can earn without an effect on their unemployment benefit.  The legislative amendments will be in force from 12 June to 31 October 2020. The raised exempt amount of the unemployment security will be applied when paying unemployment… 2020-06-11 The exempt amount of the unemployment benefit will be temporarily raised. Eligibility for commuting and relocation allowance for full-time work will be temporarily amended by decreasing the distance required for daily commuting. The Act on Temporary Derogations from the Unemployment Security Act… Employment,Shocks & extreme events Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, labour markets siha https://stm.fi/en/article/-/asset_publisher/tyottomyysetuuden-suojaosaa-korotet…
Moldova: increase of the minimum monthly income guaranteed for the granting of social assistance moldova, Republic of moldpres.md (24.04.2020) The Government committed to the establishment of additional measures to support citizens and business activity during the emergency. among those,  the increase of expenses for the implementation of support measures during the state of emergency of disadvantaged… Increase of expenses for the implementation of support measures during the state of emergency of disadvantaged families through the Social Assistance Program, as the increase of the minimum guaranteed monthly income to 1,300 lei and the increase of the minimum guaranteed monthly income for children from 50% to 75%. 2020-04-24 Moldovan parliament approves rectification of social insurance budget law 12:16 | 24.04.2020Category: Social Chisinau, 24 April /MOLDPRES/- The law on the state social insurance budget for 2020 has been amended. Parliament on Thursday approved a draft amendment, submitted by the Government.… Social assistance,Cash transfers Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, family, poverty cambrosio https://www.moldpres.md/en/news/2020/04/24/20003429
Peru Allows Early Withdrawals from Mandatory Individual Accounts During Pandemic peru elperuano.pe (08.05.2020) On May 8, Peru implemented new rules allowing participants in the country's mandatory individual account program (Sistema Privado de Pensiones, or SPP) to make one-time early withdrawals from their accounts during the COVID-19 pandemic. The allowed withdrawal amount… On May 8, Peru implemented new rules allowing participants in the country's mandatory individual account program (Sistema Privado de Pensiones, or SPP) to make one-time early withdrawals from their accounts during the COVID-19 pandemic. The allowed withdrawal amount depends on a participant's account balance. 2020-05-08 Aprueban el Procedimiento Operativo para el retiro extraordinario facultativo de fondos en el Sistema Privado de Pensiones RESOLUCIÓN SBS Nº 1352-2020 Lima, 8 de mayo de 2020 LA SUPERINTENDENTA DE BANCA, SEGUROS Y ADMINISTRADORAS PRIVADAS DE FONDOS DE PENSIONES CONSIDERANDO: Que, por Decreto… Old-age pensions Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19 cambrosio https://busquedas.elperuano.pe/normaslegales/aprueban-el-procedimiento-operativ…
Japan: Increased maximum daily amount of Employment adjustment subsidy japan Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (12.06.2020) The maximum daily amount per capita of employment adjustment subsidy is increased from 8.330 yen to 15,000 yen. In addition, the subsidy rate for small and medium-sized enterprises that tried to maintain employment without dismissing… The maximum daily amount per capita of employment adjustment subsidy is increased from 8.330 yen to 15,000 yen. In addition, the subsidy rate for small and medium-sized enterprises that tried to maintain employment without dismissing employees is increased from 9/10 to 10/10.  2020-06-12 Employment,Cash transfers Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, Emergency grants siha https://www.mhlw.go.jp/stf/seisakunitsuite/bunya/koyou_roudou/koyou/kyufukin/pa…
Canada: Temporarily extending the Guaranteed Income Supplement and Allowance payments canada Canada.ca (16.06.2020) We are temporarily extending GIS and Allowance payments if seniors’ 2019 income information has not been assessed. This will ensure that the most vulnerable seniors continue to receive their benefits when they need them the most. To avoid an interruption in benefits… GIS and Allowance payments are temporarily extended if seniors’ 2019 income information has not been assessed. To avoid an interruption in benefits, seniors are encouraged to submit their 2019 income information as soon as possible and no later than by October 1, 2020. 2020-06-16 Old-age pensions,Service delivery,Social assistance Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19 siha https://www.canada.ca/en/department-finance/economic-response-plan.html#individ…
Canada: Providing a one-time tax-free payment for Old Age Security and Guaranteed Income Supplement canada Canada.ca (06.06.2020)  We are providing a one-time tax-free payment of $300 for seniors eligible for the Old Age Security (OAS) pension, with an additional $200 for seniors eligible for the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS). This measure would give a total of $500 to individuals who are… One-time tax-free payment of $300 for seniors eligible for the Old Age Security (OAS) pension, with an additional $200 for seniors eligible for the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS). This measure would give a total of $500 to individuals who are eligible to receive both the OAS and the GIS, and will help them cover increased costs caused by COVID-19. This payment will be issued during the week of July 6. 2020-06-06 Old-age pensions,Social assistance,Cash transfers Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, Emergency grants siha https://www.canada.ca/en/department-finance/economic-response-plan.html#individ…
Canada: Special one-time tax-free payment for certified holders of the Disability Tax Credit canada Canada.ca (01.06.2020) We are providing a special one-time-tax payment to individuals who are certificate holders of the Disability Tax Credit (DTC) as of June 1, 2020, as follows: $600 for Canadians with a valid DTC certificate.  $300 for Canadians with a valid DTC certificate and… We are providing a special one-time-tax payment to individuals who are certificate holders of the Disability Tax Credit (DTC) as of June 1, 2020, as follows: $600 for Canadians with a valid DTC certificate.  $300 for Canadians with a valid DTC certificate and who are eligible for the Old Age Security (OAS) pension. $100 for Canadians with a valid DTC certificate and who are eligible for the OAS pension and the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS). People who are eligible for… 2020-06-01 Disability,Cash transfers Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, Emergency grants siha https://www.canada.ca/en/department-finance/economic-response-plan.html#individ…
Canada: National disability organizations receive additional funding to support and enhance accessible  communications and engagement activities related to the COVID-19 pandemic canada Canada.ca (06.06.2020) The Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion, announced an additional $1.1 million in funding to support national disability organizations through the Social Development Partnership Program - Disability Component to enhance their… An additional $1.1 million is allocated in funding to support national disability organizations. Supporting the disability community to maintain communications and engagement during the pandemic will allow organizations to create a barrier-free, multi-lingual experience for persons with disabilities and ensure they receive accessible and relevant information to support them during this time. 2020-06-06 The COVID-19 pandemic has emphasized the day-to-day obstacles that persons with disabilities face and the Government of Canada remains dedicated to working with partners across the country to build a more accessible and inclusive Canada. Today, as part of National AccessAbility Week, the… Disability,Communication Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary communication, covid19, services quality siha https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2020/06/national-di…
Estonia: Suspension of second-pillar payments from 1 July 2020 to 31 August 2021 estonia Pensionikeskus (16.04.2020) From 1 July 2020 to 31 August 2021, the state will suspend the employer contributions to the second-pillar funded pension from social tax (4% of salary) . In addition, upon request, employee contributions (2%) can be suspended from December 1, 2020,… From 1 July 2020 to 31 August 2021, the state will suspend the employer contributions to the second-pillar funded pension from social tax (4% of salary) . In addition, upon request, employee contributions (2%) can be suspended from December 1, 2020, through August 31, 2021. 2020-06-17 From 1 July 2020 to 31 August 2021, the state will suspend the contributions it makes to the second-pillar funded pension from social tax (4% of salary). * People born in the years 1942–1960 are the exception: From 1 July 2020 to 31 August 2021, the 4% contributions made from social tax… Old-age pensions,Contribution collection and compliance Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary contribution collection, covid19 siha https://www.pensionikeskus.ee/en/uudis/suspension-of-second-pillar-payments-fro…
New Zealand: COVID-19 Income Relief Payment new zealand workandincome.govt.nz (25.05.2020) On 25 May 2020, the Government announced a new temporary payment to support New Zealanders who lose their jobs due to the global COVID-19 pandemic, to adjust and find new employment, or to retrain in a different area. This payment will be available for 12… The COVID-19 Income Relief Payment will be available for 12 weeks from 8 June to anyone who has lost their job (including self-employment) due to the impact of COVID-19 since March 1st. It will pay $490 per week to those who lost full-time work and $250 per week for those who lost part-time work. 2020-05-25 Unemployment,Cash transfers Published_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, self-employed cambrosio https://www.workandincome.govt.nz/covid-19/income-relief-payment/payment-rates…
España: Nuevo asistente virtual para facilitar la búsqueda de información y los trámites de la Seguridad Social spain revista.seg-social.es (09.06.2020) La Seguridad Social en España cuenta con un assistente virtual, ISSA (Inteligencia Artificial+ Seguridad Social) con información sobre el recién aprobado Ingreso Mínimo Vital, que se podrá solicitar a partir del próximo 15 de junio, donde encontrará respuesta a… Spain's social security administration has released a new virtual assistant, ISSA (Artificial Intelligence+ Social Security in Spanish) that will facilitate the search on information on claims on the various social security benefits, including qualifying conditions and documents needed. 2020-06-09 Posiblemente habrá utilizado algún asistente por voz para preguntar qué tiempo hará, programar una reunión en su agenda o reproducir música, entre otras muchas tareas. Son aplicaciones tecnológicas que utilizan la inteligencia artificial y el lenguaje natural para ayudarnos en nuestro día a día.… E-services Published_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary, Published_SS_Monitor, Published_DIGITAL_Eco_Obs_MONITOR covid19 mmarquez https://revista.seg-social.es/2020/06/09/la-seguridad-social-pone-en-marcha-un-…
Moldova: Taxes on salaries to be subsidized and recovered moldova, Republic of moldpres.md (21.04.2020) According to Sergiu Railean, a string of fiscal, financial and banking measures were proposed to urgently back the business environment, as well as the mechanism of subsidizing the enterprises, in order to preserve the jobs and salaries.    „These measures imply… For employees whose worked ceased days after the state of emergency, the state will fully subsidize the salary taxes; employees of companies hit inderectly will be able to recover 60% of taxes on their salaries. 2020-04-21 Moldovan economics ministry works out more post-crisis, re-launch measures in context of pandemic 15:38 | 21.04.2020Category: Economic Chisinau, 21 April /MOLDPRES/ - More immediate measures of backing the business environment, as well as the policies worked out by the Economics and… Employment Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19 mmarquez https://www.moldpres.md/en/news/2020/04/21/20003362
Moldova: More Moldovan employees infected with COVID-19 to benefit from one-off allowances moldova, Republic of moldpres.md (13.05.2020) The government will allocate over 6.5 million lei from the intervention fund to the Interior Ministry for providing one-off allowances to employees infected with COVID-19 during the fulfillment of the job duties, as well as to the Health, Labour and Social Protection… The government will allocate over 6.5 million lei from the intervention fund to the Interior Ministry for providing one-off allowances in the amount of 16,000 lei to employees infected with COVID-19 during the fulfillment of the job duties, as well as to the Health, Labour and Social Protection Ministry and local public administration authorities for the providing of one-off allowances to the medical system employees infected with COVID-19. 2020-05-13 More Moldovan employees infected with COVID-19 to benefit from one-off allowances 20:31 | 13.05.2020Category: Social Chisinau, 13 May /MOLDPRES/ - The government will allocate over 6.5 million lei from the intervention fund to the Interior Ministry for providing one-off allowances to employees… Health,Cash sickness benefits Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19 mmarquez https://www.moldpres.md/en/news/2020/05/13/20003940
Germany's stimulus package helps consumers and companies germany Reuters (04.06.2020) German Chancellor Angela Merkel’s coalition on Wednesday agreed on a stimulus package worth 130 billion euros ($146 billion) to help companies and workers in Europe’s largest economy recover more quickly from the coronavirus pandemic. - Parents will get a cash handout of 300… - Parents will get a cash handout of 300 euros per child. This costs 4.3 billion euros. - The government stabilises the social security system, which includes public health care and unemployment aid, with a cash injection of 5.3 billion euros in 2020 and additional funds in 2021. This helps both companies and employees by keeping their social contributions below the 40% threshold of income. 2020-06-03 Health insurance,Family benefits,Unemployment,Contribution collection and compliance Published_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19 pmassetti https://www.reuters.com/article/us-health-coronavirus-germany-stimulus-p/factbo…
Chad: plus de 1600 agents de santé seront recrutés chad tchadmedia.com (14.04.2020) Le Chef de l’Etat Idriss Déby Itno a instruit le recrutement immédiat de 1638 agents de santé avec indemnités dans le cadre de la lutte contre le Coronavirus. The Chadian Head of State Idriss Déby Itno has instructed the immediate recruitment of 1638 health workers with allowances as part of the fight against the Coronavirus. 2020-04-14 Health Published Measures summary covid19 cambrosio https://tchadmedia.com/?p=5426
Chad: Free water and electricity chad tchadmedia.com (14.04.2020) In an announcement to the nation on 14 April 2020, the President of the Chadian Republic decided to pay the water company's bills for six months and electricity bills for three months from 1 April 2020 (for domestic uses only). In an announcement to the nation on 14 April 2020, the President of the Chadian Republic decided to pay the water company's bills for six months and electricity bills for three months from 1 April 2020 (for domestic uses only). 2020-04-14 Dans une adresse à la nation, ce 14 avril 2020, le Président de la république decide de la prise en charge des facteurs de la Société des eaux pour six mois et celles de l’électricité pendant 3 mois à compter du 1er avril 2020. Le président Déby a aussi décliné d’autres mesures de prises en charge… Housing Published Measures summary covid19 cambrosio https://tchadmedia.com/?p=5426
COVID-19: the current situation in the Dominican Republic dominican republic There are two modalities: FASE 1,which will be for workers with suspended contracts,and FASE 2,intended for companies that continue to operate. In the case of FASE 1,the Government will transfer to each affected worker 70% of their ordinary salary,up to a limit of 8,500 pesos per month. The payment will not be less than 5,000 pesos. The remaining amount until reaching 100% of the worker's salary should be made by the company,but it is not mandatory. Same requirements apply for FASE 2. In… 2020-04-07 Employment,Cash transfers Published Measures summary covid19 socpro https://dominicantoday.com/dr/covid-19/2020/04/07/covid-19-the-current-situatio…
Operación Honduras Solidaria ha entregado alimentos a más de 60.000 familias honduras No-cut in energy of households 2020-04-05 Housing Published Measures summary covid19 socpro https://www.presidencia.gob.hn/index.php/gob/el-presidente/7177-operacion-hondu…
Más de 30 mil familias serán beneficiadas con subsidio de emergencia del IMAS costa rica Emergency benefit (one-off 125k colones – USD 223K) for 33K poor families in the social registry (SINIRUBE) who do not receive any social transfers 2020-04-20 Social assistance,Cash transfers Published Measures summary covid19, family socpro https://semanariouniversidad.com/pais/mas-de-30-mil-familias-seran-beneficiadas…
Honduras distribuye 20.000 raciones de alimentos diarios a familias en cuarentena honduras The Honduran government is distributing aroung 20,000 food rations a day to people who remain in quarantine,locked in their homes for fear of being infected with the new coronavirus (COVID-19). The program will reach some 800,000 families across the country. Food aid is part of the "Honduras Solidaria" program,headed by military personnel from the National Risk Management System (Sinager). 2020-03-24 Social assistance,Food and nutrition Published Measures summary covid19 socpro http://spanish.xinhuanet.com/2020-04/24/c_139004092.htm
Business in brief cayman islands Cayman Islands government will organize voucher and daily lunch programme with distribution through school cafeteria providers and NGO partners. The Department of Education has support from Kiwanis and Feed Our Future (FOF) to run a voucher and daily lunch programme. At the Government Primary school level,Feed our Future will continue to work through school canteens to prepare hot meals for delivery through the help of their dedicated bus services provider from the week of March 23. At the… 2020-04-24 Food and nutrition,Social assistance Published Measures summary covid19, family socpro https://www.caymancompass.com/2020/04/24/business-in-brief-181/
Procedure for the Emergency Funds for Social Assistance (FASE) aruba The Government of Aruba provides the opportunity for businesses and employees to apply for compensation from the Emergency Social Assistance Funds FASE to help cover the loss of income of employees due to the reduction of working hours,causing them to earn less than AWG. 950,00 monthly. Introduction of a flexibility package for 3 months effective April 1,including an Emergency Social Assistance Fund (FASE) to avoid mass employment termination due to the Coronavirus. 2020-04-23 Employment,Unemployment,Cash transfers Published Measures summary covid19 socpro http://www.gobierno.aw/news/news_47033/item/procedure-for-the-emergency-funds-f…
One-off payments made to vulnerable Caymanians cayman islands Support for Rent and Utilities is also being provided to Needs Assessment Unit clients. 2020-04-01 Housing,Social assistance Published Measures summary covid19 socpro https://www.caymancompass.com/2020/04/01/one-off-payments-made-to-vulnerable-ca…
Rising stronger from the ashes of COVID-19: Part 2 Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Vulnerable and affected persons will receive social supports in the form of Interim Assistance Benefits. These are for persons not on public assistance nor in receipt of a pension (until 31 Dec 2020). 2020-04-30 Cash transfers,Social assistance Published Measures summary covid19 socpro https://menafn.com/1099935399/Rising-stronger-from-the-ashes-of-COVID-19-Part-2
One-off payments made to vulnerable Caymanians cayman islands Work permit holders who urgently require food supplies and who have insufficient income or savings to sustain themselves could,if they qualify,be eligible for a KY$150 (US$180) food voucher,effective Wednesday,1 April. The voucher will provide interim support over a two-week period to those who qualify until the airport reopens or they can resume their jobs. 2020-04-01 Food and nutrition,Social assistance Published Measures summary covid19 socpro https://www.caymancompass.com/2020/04/01/one-off-payments-made-to-vulnerable-ca…