Government okays increase in carer’s allowance
On 17 April 2020, the government passed a proposal for a temporary increase in carer’s allowance from the present 60% to 80% of the daily assessment base.
Applying for support under the Antivirus programme – practical experience
The Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs has launched the Antivirus programme through which employers may apply for a contribution for wage compensations paid to their employees. Applications can be submitted remotely through the Czech Labour…
Tax loss carry back
The Ministry of Finance has proposed an amendment to the Income Tax Act introducing the option to utilise tax losses retrospectively for up to two years, or prospectively for up to six years. This would not be just a temporary solution, as the…
COVID Prague – what’s new in support in the form of guarantees
We are presenting new information on support to small and medium-sized business in Prague as well as on COVID Plus and COVID III guarantees.
Extending compensation bonus period for the self-employed
The government has agreed on a bill extending the period for which self-employed persons may draw a compensation bonus in connection with the emergency measures. The bill still has to be passed by parliament and signed by the president.
What’s new in COVID-19 subsidy programmes
We are presenting new information on grant programmes aiming to support activities connected with fighting COVID-19.
Personal data processing during a pandemic – the Office for Personal Data Protection’s perspective
During a declared state of emergency, there is always the danger that public authorities may excessively infringe on citizens’ rights and freedoms – and this also applies to the protection of their personal data. The Office for Personal Data…
Rent payments in pandemic times I
The effects of the coronavirus pandemic are being felt by many lessees who use leased premises for commercial purposes. A governmental bill on certain measures to mitigate the effect of the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic, passed by the chamber of deputies,…
Rent payments in pandemic times II – tax implications
The governmental bill on certain measures to mitigate the effect of the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic aims to protect lessees of commercial premises that are in default with rental payments. The bill may have a negative impact on lessors’ cash flows, due to…
What’s new in support for businesses affected by COVID -19
Below we summarise the most recent information about subsidies and loan guarantees.
Coronavirus infection - work accident or occupational illness?
Pursuant to the Labour Code, employers must compensate their employees for any damage or non-pecuniary harm incurred through an accident at work when performing work-related tasks or in direct connection with it. The same applies to occupational…
New calls in the fight against COVID-19
On 2 April 2020, the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MIT) announced new calls to participate in The Country for the Future and Czech Rise Up Programmes, focusing on support to fight COVID-19.