The government implemented a support scheme on December 5th of last year, initially intended to run for three months. The duration of the initiative was subsequently extended to June 5th, encompassing a range of industries. The scheme targeted sectors including clothing, leather and leather goods, non-metallic mineral products, metals, metal products, motor vehicles, vehicles, furniture, and the printing industry.
Employers had consistently advocated for the expansion of the program, most recently requesting inclusion of the wood industry, excluding furniture, where concerning economic indicators and potential job losses were evident. The primary objective of the measure was to safeguard businesses and maintain employment levels. Under the terms of the scheme, companies unable to confirm at least 90 percent of their workforce was employed for a minimum of 30 percent of their working hours, could implement a temporary reduction in employee working times.
This typically involved a period of reduced hours, ranging from five to twenty hours per week. The extended timeframe of the scheme allowed businesses time to await further developments and assess the situation regarding these specific products.
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