Fórsa has updated its advice on coronavirus-related work issues for local council workers  and staff in the wider public service. The advice covers attendance at work (including for pregnant workers and those with health vulnerabilities), salary protections for those self-isolating, temporary staff transfers, childcare and more. Read it HERE.

Fórsa has sought official guidance to ensure maximum consistency on decisions about what public services are deemed essential during the current crisis.

The Government has introduced new measures financial supports for Irish workers affected by the Covid-19 crisis.

The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) has published advice about working remotely for both workers and employers.

The Government has put revised social welfare payments in place for 12 weeks because of the coronavirus crisis.

The Data Protection Commission (DPC) has issued comprehensive guidance on protecting personal data while working remotely.