The Government late this afternoon published the details of their further supports for business. Catriona is fully reviewing the measures announced which were broadly in line with what we have lobbied for, including; increase the Covid-19 Pandemic Unemployment Support and Covid-19 Illness Benefit payment for people who have been laid off due to the
Monday 23 March 2020: Limerick Chamber today published the most comprehensive set of proposals from an employer’s body for government supports to help business through the COVID-19 crisis.. The largest business representative body in the Mid-West, which submitted the recommendations today, said that while initial measures from government were welcome, they do not go far
As we end a week of enormous change for everyone we’d like to take this opportunity to commend you on how Limerick’s business community has reacted. This week we stand in solidarity with our Retail and Hospitality community members who have taken the first major hit of what will likely be a rolling negative economic
Details came through last night on the Employer Refund Scheme announced by Minister Regina Doherty – the Government are calling on employers, where possible, to pay their temporarily laid-off workers the €203 /week COVID-19 Unemployment Payment and reclaim from state through the Revenue Commissioners. Employer Refund Scheme Click here for the press release Click here
Last night Regina Doherty announced a simplified, emergency COVID-19 Pandemic Unemployment Payment that is to be used for anyone who is no longer able to work – employees or the self-employed as a result of the COVID-19 Pandemic. EMPLOYERS: If you regrettably need to temporarily lay-off team members here are the steps they need to
Many organisations are now trialling off-site working and report that they are able to conduct their business with staff operating remotely. However for others remote working is not feasible. I’ve today been having on-going communications with members who are anticipating making difficult decisions regarding work force in the coming week. In light of such, I
Saturday, 14 March 2020: The Board of Limerick Chamber – the largest business representative body in the Mid-West – has stated its support for a full workplace closure should it be necessary to help overcome the spread of COVID-19 at this critical stage. The Chamber said that if such a closure is instituted, exceptions will need
We are on the Remote Working journey with you, sharing best practice tips and resources. We found these resources helpful – check them out Guide to Remote Working (RTE news) Employflex event slides from February 2020 This useful article from expert Rowena Hennigan
Ireland’s first case of Coronavirus was confirmed on 29 February 2020. In addition to being a public health concern, the virus has the potential to cause disruptive impact to businesses. The Government is taking measures to prevent the spread of the disease. Please find below a series of key resources for Business from Government Departments
The Department of Business, Enterprise and Innovation has published a checklist of some of the key risks to the continuity of your business activities during the outbreak of COVID-19 and of preparatory actions that can be taken to respond. Click here to view the document