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Greece: Greece Expands Funding for Job Support Program greece The National Herald (10.06.2020) From June 15 until July 31, the state will pay 60 percent of employers’ social insurance contributions for workers under suspension, offering an additional incentive to enterprises to maintain or raise job positions, Labour and Social Affairs Minister Yiannis… From June 15 until July 31, the state will pay 60 percent of employers’ social insurance contributions for workers under suspension. 2020-06-10 ATHENS -- The Greek government is expanding a job support program with additional funding of 190 million euros to cover the first period of implementation, during which companies’ revenues are still under pressure, Finance Minister Christos Staikouras said on Wednesday. Staikouras said the… Employment policies,Contribution collection and compliance Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary contribution collection, covid19, youth employment siha https://www.thenationalherald.com/greece_economy/arthro/greece_expands_funding_…
Greece: Posting of payment notices for the month of May 2020 - Deadline until July 3 for 25% discount greece e-EFKA (23.06.2020) Due to the special conditions due to the pandemic of COVID-19, self-employed can use the benefit of the 25% discount for current May contributions.  The main condition for the discount - which is optional for any professional - is the timely payment of May… Self-employed can use the benefit of the 25% discount for May contributions.  2020-06-23 The e-EFKA website announced the May 2020 insurance contribution notices for 1,213,257 self-employed, self-employed and farmers. Due to the special conditions prevailing in our country due to the pandemic of COVID-19, self-employed and self-employed can use the benefit of the 25% discount for… Contribution collection and compliance,Shocks & extreme events Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary contribution collection, covid19, self-employed siha https://www.efka.gov.gr/el/deltia-typoy/anartese-eidopoieterion-pleromes-eispho…
Greece: The payment of the April 2020 contribution reduced by 25% or payment in four monthly instalments greece e-EFKA (03.06.2020) Due to the special conditions due to the pandemic of COVID-19, self-employed have to choose between three (3) alternatives as follows: a. The payment of the contribution corresponding to their insurance category b. The payment of the April 2020 contribution… The self-employed may choose to pay April 2020 contribution reduced by 25% if they have paid or will repay by 10/6 , or to pay the contribution in four monthly instalments without surcharges with payment of the 1st instalment until 31/10/2020. 2020-06-03 Posting of payment notices for the month of April 2020 Deadline until June 10 for 25% discount The notices of the insurance contributions of April 2020 for 1,213,257 self-employed, self-employed and farmers were posted on the e-EFKA website. Due to the special conditions prevailing in our… Contribution collection and compliance,Shocks & extreme events Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary contribution collection, covid19, self-employed siha https://www.efka.gov.gr/el/deltia-typoy/deltio-typoy-13
WHO | Strengthening the Health Systems Response to COVID-19 - Technical guidance #6, 21 May 2020 Africa, Asia, Americas, Europe This technical guidance identifies 10 policy objectives for decision-makers, policy-makers and national or regional health authorities as they strive to prevent and manage the COVID-19 pandemic in long-term care settings. While those tasked with making decisions for long-term care systems are… 2020-07-07 Health,Long-term care Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19 covid19, policy reponse mmarquez https://www.euro.who.int/en/health-topics/health-emergencies/coronavirus-covid-…
Cambodia: Suspending employment contracts cambodia aseanbriefing.com (07.05.2020) Companies in the tourism and garment sectors who want to suspend employment contracts must first submit an application to the Ministry of Labor and Vocational Training (MLVT). The suspended employees can receive monthly allowances from the government. The maximum… Companies in the tourism and garment sectors who want to suspend employment contracts must first submit an application to the Ministry of Labor and Vocational Training (MLVT). The suspended employees can receive monthly allowances from the government. The maximum period for suspension is two months but this can be extended further depending on the circumstances. 2020-05-07 Employment,Cash transfers Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, labour markets cambrosio https://www.aseanbriefing.com/news/incentives-obligations-announced-businesses-…
Guatemala: Subsidio al consumo de energía eléctrica guatemala prensalibre.com (27.04.2020) Subsidio al consumo de energía eléctrica durante 3 meses (mayo, junio y julio), se cubrirán alrededor de 2 millones 839 mil usuarios que consumen menos de 300 kWh. (Q630 millones). Será aplicado en seis distribuidoras de energía (incluyendo tres empresas eléctricas… Electricity consumption subsidy for 3 months (May, June and July), about 2 million 839 will be covered thousand users who consume less than 300 kWh. (Q630 million). 2020-04-27 Family benefits,Housing Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, family mmarquez https://www.prensalibre.com/economia/coronavirus-asi-es-el-subsidio-para-la-ene…
Japan: Japan Pension Service to give opportunities to students with cancelled job offers or laid off japan nenkin.go.jp (26.06.2020) Japan Pension Service (JPS) is planning to give job opportunities to students who had their job offers cancelled or lost their part-time job due to COVID-19. JPS is planning to hire about 100 such students temporarily (from the end of June to the end of next March)… Japan Pension Service (JPS) is planning to give job opportunities to students who had their job offers cancelled or lost their part-time job due to COVID-19. JPS is planning to hire about 100 such students temporarily (from the end of June to the end of next March) and the students are supposed to do data entry and document checking in the specialized centers. 2020-06-26 Engaged in specific fields related to public pensions at the Institute, targeting university students who are in financial difficulties due to cancellation of job offer or loss of part-time job due to the effect of new coronavirus infection. We are looking for people to do this. Employment of young workers Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, youth employment mmarquez https://www.nenkin.go.jp/info/20200529.html
Lithuania: What Help can the Low-Income Residents Expect from the State?:Child benefits lithuania Ministry of Social Security and Labour (11.06.2020) Child benefit is a universal benefit paid to each child. Its size in 2020 is 60 euros. An additional benefit of 40 euros may be paid for children with disabilities and children from low-income or large families. Until now, when… Until now, when estimating family income for higher child benefit, the amount received during the last 12 months has been taken into account. However, since the financial situation of some families deteriorated rapidly during the quarantine period, it has been decided that until the 1st of July the income received from the 1st of April will be assessed, and from July the income of the previous 3 months will be assessed and the child benefit will be granted for three months. Such… 2020-06-11 Child benefit is a universal benefit paid to each child. Its size in 2020 is 60 euros. An additional benefit of 40 euros may be paid for children with disabilities and children from low-income or large families. A low-income family is considered to be one in which the average monthly income per… Family benefits,Service quality,Cash transfers Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary adequacy, covid19, Emergency grants, services quality siha https://socmin.lrv.lt/en/news/what-help-can-the-low-income-residents-expect-fro…
Lithuania: What Help can the Low-Income Residents Expect from the State?: Social assistance lithuania Ministry of Social Security and Labour (11.06.2020) Due to the coronavirus pandemic and the economic difficulties it has caused, the support granted in municipalities has been increased and the conditions for granting it have been facilitated, but most of the changes will be permanent. … The support granted in municipalities has been increased and the conditions for granting it have been facilitated, but most of the changes will be permanent. From the 1st of June the benefit is available if the average monthly income per person does not exceed 137.5 euros. The applicant's property will not be valued for 6 months after the cancellation of emergency situation and quarantine. 2020-06-11 Anyone can experience financial hardship throughout life: it can be caused by a pandemic, economic crisis, sudden loss of job, family crises, lack of social skills, or other misfortunes.  There are several types of assistance to the residents in Lithuania which can be combined: support in… Social assistance,Cash transfers Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, Emergency grants, poverty siha https://socmin.lrv.lt/en/news/what-help-can-the-low-income-residents-expect-fro…
Japan: Gathering Medical Information System on COVID-19 (G-MIS) japan Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (08.04.2020) The Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare has established an information and communication infrastructure centre (tentative name) in cooperation with the Cabinet Secretariat's IT Office. The system enables collecting information on… The Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare has established an information and communication infrastructure centre in cooperation with the Cabinet Secretariat's IT Office. The system enables collecting information on hospital operation status, the situation of hospital beds and medical staff, the number of available medical equipment and medical materials from medical institutions nationwide. The system will be used to inform the public about wide range of hospital… 2020-04-08 The Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare has established an information and communication infrastructure center (tentative name) in cooperation with the Cabinet Secretariat's IT Office, and has been able to establish hospital operation status, hospital beds and medical staff from medical… Health,Risk management,Information and communication technology,Service quality Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, database, services quality siha https://www.mhlw.go.jp/stf/seisakunitsuite/bunya/0000121431_00130.html
Taiwan: First "Public Health Specialists Act" in Asia passed in Taiwan Taiwan, China Taiwan Today (18.05.2020) The Public Health Specialists Act, which provides for a national certification for public health professionals, passed the Legislature May 15 in Taipei City. This is the first time such a law has been enacted in Asia. According to the act, if a person who is a… The Public Health Specialists Act, which provides for a national certification for public health professionals, passed the Legislature May 15 in Taipei City. This is the first time such a law has been enacted in Asia. 2020-05-18 (Google translate) The "Public Hygienist Law," which stipulates the national qualification "Public Hygienist" who is a public health expert, was passed and passed at the Legislative Assembly (= Diet session) on the 15th. This is the first time in Asia to enact such a law.   The “Public… Health,Health promotion,Safety and health at work,Social policies & programmes Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, policy reponse, universal health care siha https://jp.taiwantoday.tw/news.php?unit=148&post=177559&unitname=%E3%83%8B%E3%2…
Malta: The rest of the service.gov centers are opened malta SERVIZZ.GOV (26.06.2020) From next week, the rest of the regional centers will be opened, so service.gov will have a total of 22 centers open throughout Malta. servicio.gov continues to offer assistance on government services through its various means, including Freephone 153, the one-… From next week, the rest of the regional centers will be opened, so service.gov will have a total of 22 centers open throughout Malta. 2020-06-26 From next week, the rest of the regional centers will be opened, so service.gov will have a total of 22 centers open throughout Malta. The centers that will be opened are Paola, Zebbug, Valletta, Msida, Victoria, Birkirkara, Sliema, Luqa, St. John and Lija. They will join the other 12 centers… Service quality,Service delivery Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, Covid19_deconfinement_measures, customer_services siha https://www.gov.mt/en/Government/DOI/Press%20Releases/Pages/2020/June/26/pr2012…
Malta: A voucher of € 100 per person aged 16 and over malta THE OFFICE OF THE PRIME MINISTER (08.06.2020) A voucher of € 100 per person aged 16 and over that can be used in a licensed accommodation, restaurant or business that has closed. A voucher of € 100 per person aged 16 and over that can be used in a licensed accommodation, restaurant or business that has closed. 2020-06-08 The Prime Minister, for his part, announced the following measures: A voucher of € 100 per person aged 16 and over that can be used in a licensed accommodation, restaurant or business that has closed. Employment,Cash transfers,Shocks & extreme events Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, Emergency grants, Universal Social Protection siha https://www.gov.mt/en/Government/DOI/Press%20Releases/Pages/2020/June/08/pr2010…
Malta: The Covid Wage Supplement will remain unchanged until September malta THE OFFICE OF THE PRIME MINISTER (08.06.2020) The Covid Wage Supplement will remain unchanged until September, where the benefit rate of € 800 for full-time and € 500 for part-timers in areas involved with tourist accommodation, travel agencies will be maintained. travel, language schools,… The Covid Wage Supplement will remain unchanged until September, where the benefit rate of € 800 for full-time and € 500 for part-timers in areas involved with tourist accommodation, travel agencies will be maintained. travel, language schools, organization of events and air transport. 2020-06-08 The Prime Minister, for his part, announced the following measures: The Covid Wage Supplement will remain unchanged until September, where the benefit rate of € 800 for full-time and € 500 for part-timers in areas involved with tourist accommodation, travel agencies will be maintained. travel,… Employment,Cash transfers Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, Emergency grants, labour markets, youth employment siha https://www.gov.mt/en/Government/DOI/Press%20Releases/Pages/2020/June/08/pr2010…
Malta: Parental benefit and Additional Unemployment Benefit will end on 3 July malta THE MINISTRY OF THE FAMILY, CHILDREN'S RIGHTS AND SOCIAL  SOLIDARITY（04.06.2020）The temporary payment of the Parental Benefit and the Additional Unemployment Benefit for the time being will continue to be made weekly, but will be stopped with effect from Friday, 3 July 2020, which payment will… The temporary payment of the Parental Benefit and the Additional Unemployment Benefit for the time being will continue to be made weekly, but will be stopped with effect from Friday, 3 July 2020. 2020-06-04 The Department of Social Security and the Division for Financial Aid and Compliance within the Ministry for the Family, Children's Rights and Social Solidarity make reference to the payment of temporary benefits in connection with Covid-19 .   In the light of the latest developments, the… Family benefits,Unemployment,Cash transfers Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, Emergency grants, family, youth employment siha https://www.gov.mt/en/Government/DOI/Press%20Releases/Pages/2020/June/04/pr2010…
Bermuda: Re-opening the economy – Phase 4 bermuda Governmen of Bermuda (25.06.2020) Bermuda will end the State of Emergency on June 30th. This will imply a relaxation of social distancing measures which include gatherings up to a maximum of 50 persons (with the possibility to request largers ones to the Minister of National Security); recreational… Bermuda will end the State of Emergency on June 30th. This will imply a relaxation of social distancing measures which include gatherings up to a maximum of 50 persons (with the possibility to request largers ones to the Minister of National Security); recreational scuba will be allowed and masks will continue to be worn indoors (and outdoors in case social distancing cannot be maintained). Resumption of commercial flights is yet to be implemented. 2020-06-30 Health Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, Covid19_deconfinement_measures mmarquez https://www.gov.bm/articles/re-opening-economy-phase-4
Bermuda: Lump-Sum Withdrawals for Occupational Pension Plans for members younger than the retirement age bermuda ssa.gov (01.06.2020) For members from certain occupational pension plans that are younger than age 65 (the normal retirement age) and who are not yet retired may request one-time withdrawals of up to B$12,000 (US$12,000) from their account balances. The deadline for requests is June … For members from certain occupational pension plans that are younger than age 65 (the normal retirement age) and who are not yet retired may request one-time withdrawals of up to B$12,000 (US$12,000) from their account balances. The deadline for requests is June 30, 2021, and pension plan administrators must process the withdrawals within 20 business days after approving a request. This measure is part of an economic relief package for persons affected by the COVID-19. 2020-06-01 Bermuda Introduces Lump-Sum Withdrawal Options for Certain Occupational Pension Plans On June 1, Bermuda's government implemented two amendments to the National Pension Scheme (Occupational Pensions) Act 1998 that allow members of defined contribution occupational pension plans to… Old-age pensions Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19 mmarquez https://www.ssa.gov/policy/docs/progdesc/intl_update/2020-06/index.html
Costa Rica: Reglamento de la suspensión temporal de trabajo por COVID-19 costa rica mtss.go.cr (20.03.2020) El Ministerio de Trabajo y Seguridad Social (MTSS) considera como razón válida de la suspensión de contratos de trabajo por consecuencia de la emergecia presentada por el COVID-19. The Ministry of Labor and Social Security (MTSS) considers the suspension of employment contracts as a valid reason for the emergency presented by COVID-19. 2020-03-20 Unemployment Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19 mmarquez http://www.mtss.go.cr/elministerio/despacho/covid-19-mtss/archivos/preguntas_fr…
Costa Rica: Reducción de jornada laboral costa rica mtss.go.cr (23.03.2020) El decreto legislativo No. 9832 establece que la persona empleadora podrá modificar unilateralmente los contratos de trabajo para reducir hasta en un cincuenta por ciento (50%) el número de horas de la jornada ordinaria de trabajo pactada entre las partes, siempre que exista… Legislative Decree No. 9832 establishes that the employer may unilaterally modify the employment contracts to reduce by up to fifty percent (50%) the number of hours of the ordinary working day agreed between the parties, provided that there is an effect of the event causing the declaration of national emergency under the terms established in Article 1 of this law and that the respective authorization procedure is initiated before the Labor Inspectorate of the Ministry of Labor and Social… 2020-03-23 Employment,Human resource management Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, human resources mmarquez http://www.mtss.go.cr/elministerio/despacho/covid-19-mtss/archivos/9832.pdf
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: 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…
Cuba: Teams of doctors and nurses are sent to the hardest hit regions in Europe Europe theguardian.com (06.05.2020) Now, as the world grapples with another era-shaping catastrophe, Cuban doctors and nurses are on the ground once again, only this time in a less common location: Europe. Today, an estimated 28,000 Cuban medical professionals ply their trade overseas, primarily in the… 2020-06-24 Health,Human resource management Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19 covid19, human resources mmarquez https://www.theguardian.com/world/2020/may/06/doctor-diplomacy-cuba-seeks-to-ma…
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/
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
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…
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
Isle of Man: Manx Earnings Replacement Allowance - MERA Isle of Man gov.im (06.04.2020) The Manx Earnings Replacement Allowance (“MERA”) provides an income of £200 per week to people who have been temporarily or permanently laid off, or lost their self-employed work since 2 March 2020. It was introduced on 6 April 2020 and has been extended to 20 September… The Manx Earnings Replacement Allowance (“MERA”) provides an income of £200 per week to people who have been temporarily or permanently laid off, or lost their self-employed work since 2 March 2020. 2020-04-06 Update: 24 April 2020 For most people, MERA is payable from 6 April 2020 and is paid 2 weeks in arrears. However, in order to get initial payments set up and money to customers as quickly as possible, staff have in many cases made a one-off payment for the first week and claimants then move on to… Cash transfers Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, self-employed cambrosio https://covid19.gov.im/businesses/funding-support/manx-earnings-replacement-all…
Jersey: Government Payroll Co-Funding Scheme jersey gov.je (20.03.2020) A two phases Payroll Co-Funding Scheme was implemented. During the first phase (20 March to 31 March 2020) Government retrospectively paid employers (and self-employed workers) a subsidy of up to £200 per week towards each employee’s wage for business in the following… A two phases Payroll Co-Funding Scheme was implemented. During the first phase (20 March to 31 March 2020) Government retrospectively paid employers (and self-employed workers) a subsidy of up to £200 per week towards each employee’s wage. Phase two is available from 1 April to 30 June 2020.  During this time, the scheme will be kept under review and may be extended if needed.  2020-03-20 Cash transfers Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, self-employed cambrosio https://www.gov.je/Health/Coronavirus/BusinessAndEmployment/Pages/GovernmentSup…