Eurofound's COVID-19 EU PolicyWatch collates information on the responses of government and social partners to the crisis, as well as gathering examples of company practices aimed at mitigating the social and economic impacts.
Overview of measures by target group – category: Citizens
Eurofound has identified 11 measures for this target group. Most of these measures fall into the category Promoting the economic, labour market and social recovery (45%).
Ensuring business continuity and support for essential services |
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16 April 2020 |
Removal of income ceiling for student aid to facilitate work in essential services
Sweden, Legislations or other statutory regulations |
09 April 2020 |
Temporary and exceptional support to the emergency reinforcement of public and solidary health and social care services
Portugal, Legislations or other statutory regulations |
Supporting businesses to stay afloat |
13 July 2020 Updated |
Support in the field of education and youth
Estonia, Legislations or other statutory regulations |
Reorientation of business activities |
16 November 2020 |
English language schools try to adapt during COVID-19
Malta, Company practices |
Measures to prevent social hardship |
17 April 2020 |
Interest-free student loans
Hungary, Legislations or other statutory regulations |
10 April 2020 Updated |
One-time solidarity allowance for retired persons, large families and other vulnerable groups
Slovenia, Legislations or other statutory regulations |
Promoting the economic, labour market and social recovery |
30 October 2020 |
National Social Package: stimulating youth employment
Netherlands, Other initiatives or policies |
07 October 2020 |
Supporting the labour market integration of young people - internships ATIVAR.PT
Portugal, Legislations or other statutory regulations |
06 October 2020 |
Financial support for the hiring of young unemployed - Incentive ATIVAR.PT
Portugal, Legislations or other statutory regulations |
14 September 2020 |
Negotiations by the Tripartite coordination committee on the COVID-19 crisis
Luxembourg, Tripartite agreements |
10 September 2020 |
Support for self-employment of people with disabilities
Lithuania, Legislations or other statutory regulations |
Disclaimer: This information has not been subject to the full Eurofound evaluation, editorial and publication process. All information is preliminary and subject to change.