Latest news and stories about lay off in work in Portugal for expats and residents.
The Bloco de Esquerda regrets that the immediate sending of the measure to the President of the Republic did not achieve the necessary consensus in the Assembly of the Republic.
Chega, PS, and the rest of the left contested, this Wednesday, the “tricks” in the simplified lay-off regime.
The PCP emphasizes the need for the government to advance with the simplified 100% 'lay-off' scheme, asserting that the current issues can be resolved easily. Paulo Raimundo highlights the urgency for the government to address ongoing problems, particularly in the aftermath of Storm Kristin.
The webpage titled “O que está em causa no lay-off pago a 100% pelo Governo?” discusses the implications of the Portuguese government's decision to fully fund layoffs (lay-off) at 100%. While the main article focus is on this economic measure, the page also features various news highlights and exclusive articles covering topics such as mental health issues among Portuguese youth, energy poverty affecting thousands of families, government measures like closing the A1 highway to prevent disasters, and regulatory concerns about internet use by minors. Overall, the page provides a mix of current social, economic, and political issues in Portugal, with the central theme being the government's support measures during challenging times.
The government bill addressing salary cuts for workers in disaster-stricken municipalities does not guarantee full compensation for those on lay-off, leaving many without adequate financial support during this challenging time.
The Government confirmed that workers placed on the simplified lay-off because of Kristin will receive 100% of their normal net pay, capped at three times the national minimum wage (€2,760). The guarantee strengthens immediate income protection for affected employees, though its fiscal and administrative implications will depend on eligibility rules, duration and how costs are shared between employers and public funds.
The CGTP warned today that the simplified 'lay-off' 'harms workers' as it entails 'significant wage losses' and argued that the exemption from Social Security contributions should not be used 'as an instrument of support for companies'.