Wage Subsidy Scheme – FAQs for Employers
How is the scheme operated through payroll?
How do employers register for the scheme?
What if i am already registered employer covid-19 refund scheme?
How does the subsidy scheme differ from the employer refund scheme?
How is the eligibility for the scheme determined?
Am i expected to provide proof of eligibility on application for the scheme?
What if my turnover has decreased by 25% or more but the company has strong cash reserves?
Can i still qualify if my employees have already been temporarily laid off?
When does the scheme apply from and how long will the scheme last for?
What is the position if the company operates two trades, for example retail and contracting, and only one trade is impacted by covid-19 (i.e. the retail trade) and the overall company turnover does not fall by 25%?
Is it possible that a company, who could be deemed an essential business, could avail of a more relaxed revenue approach in relation to the wage subsidy scheme? The issue the company will face is not a reduction in turnover, but a slowdown in collecting debtors from their customers.