On Sunday the Government's Return to Work Protocol was published outlining best practice for businesses already operating and/or soon to be operating. We appreciate that trying to run a business during this time is difficult and trying to digest the protocol and apply it to your unique business is difficult. For that reason we have [...]
Just a quick reminder to anyone involved with providing childcare, the Government wage scheme for childcare providers application must be completed before Tuesday 21st April. Make sure you prioritise this application and share the information with any colleagues.
Andrew Cuomo, New York Governor, and his simple power-point presentations are fast becoming a highlight in my day. Keeping it simply without dumbing-it-down, he has helped me to focus on what employers want to know. Cuomo spoke yesterday of 'unpausing New York' - I think it's worthwhile to whittle that concept down to 'unpausing my [...]
If you have found yourself querying the 'termination date' box on the Covid-19 support scheme form you are not alone. We have had many employers contact us asking us: if they have put their employee on lay-off what do they do with this box? ESA contacted the DESP (Department of Enterprise and Social Protection) and [...]
1. The first benefit pay for thousands is to be received today. Reasons for non-payment include incorrect applications, the wrong PPS number being given and duplicate applications being received. The Department has asked that applications be made online and that the phone only be used in cases of emergency in order to alleviate the backlog. [...]
The HSE have published free posters and resources on the subject of Covid-19. Go to https://www.hse.ie/eng/services/news/newsfeatures/covid19-updates/partner-resources/ to view.
A brilliant site has been developed to help all of us with understanding exactly what 2 kilometers from our home is. Go to http://2kmfromhome.com and it will show you exactly what is included in your 2k. We hope this helps keep you safe and healthy during this time!
As per the Government guidelines all non-essential businesses are to close until at least the 12th April. If you are unsure as to whether your business falls into this category please use the link below: https://www.gov.ie/en/publication/dfeb8f-list-of-essential-service-providers-under-new-public-health-guidelin/ Should you wish to discuss whether your business falls into one of these categories please don't hesitate to contact [...]
A to Z On Employment Law Matters Contents: Can I ask the employees to take annual leave instead of temporary layoff?. 2 What do you do if your staff are being bullied, harassed and discriminated against because of their nationality? 2 How can I communicate health emergency policy as an Employer?. [...]
Employment Law Updates for 2020 Wage Increase: €10.10 is the new minimum wage from February 1st, 2020 which is covered by the NATIONAL MINIMUM WAGE ACT, 2000. Section 11.—(1) says, the Minister shall, by order, after taking into account the impact the proposed rate may have on employment, the overall economic conditions in the [...]