Across the globe, governments are taking steps to gradually reduce lockdown measures and re-open their economies, while keeping a close eye on the spread of the virus. A careful balance needs to be struck between protecting lives and breathing life back into the economy. Mandatory community quarantine, curfews, shelter-in-place orders,…
Across the globe, governments are taking steps to gradually reduce lockdown measures and re-open their economies, while keeping a close eye on the spread of the virus. A careful balance needs to be struck between protecting lives and breathing life back into the economy. Mandatory community quarantine, curfews, shelter-in-place orders,…
On 30 March 2020, the Prime Minister announced a $130 billion “JobKeeper” support scheme. Under this scheme, the Federal Government will reimburse “Eligible Employers” an amount of $1,500 per fortnight per each “Eligible Employee” in employment (JobKeeper Payment). The scheme has been costed to run for a maximum 6 month…
The below Q&As have been prepared to help employers navigate immigration law issues and stay compliant amid the complex and dynamic challenges posed by COVID-19. 1. An employee from an overseas office who is currently on a visitor visa is unable to return to their home country due to the…
Following the release of the Asia Pacific regional update on COVID-19 in February, the Asia Pacific Employment & Compensation team has prepared a special and urgent update across 11 jurisdictions, on employer obligations and key workplace health and safety considerations in light of the COVID-19 outbreak. We also encourage you…
To navigate the most-pressing issues facing multinational employers amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the COVID-19 Global Employer Guide offers jurisdiction-specific guidance across 42 countries. Download the Guide now to read the latest employment law guidance on issues including: legal requirements, practical and operational considerations, and emerging government regulation related to the outbreak. DOWNLOAD…
Following the release of the Asia Pacific regional update on COVID-19 in February, the Asia Pacific Employment & Compensation team has prepared a special and urgent update across 11 jurisdictions, on employer obligations and key workplace health and safety considerations in light of the COVID-19 outbreak. We also encourage you…
To navigate the most-pressing issues facing multinational employers amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the COVID-19 Global Employer Guide offers jurisdiction-specific guidance across 42 countries. Download the Guide now to read the latest employment law guidance on issues including: legal requirements, practical and operational considerations, and emerging government regulation related to the…
The spread of the 2019 Novel Coronavirus is prompting Australian employers to urgently review their work health and safety practices and consider contingency plans to protect their staff and continue operations. Employers will need to prepare their workforce for rapid changes if they are going to weather the storm ahead.…
To view a recording of the webinar click here. In continuation of Baker McKenzie’s webinar series in Asia Pacific on the business impact of COVID-19, we bring you a panel of legal practitioners across the region to share practical insights on further issues that impact your businesses. For this webinar,…