The government announced a €200 billion package to help companies and protect workers and other vulnerable groups affected by the coronavirus crisis. The €200 billion come in addition to the €14 billion announced earlier and represent nearly 20% of Spain’s annual economic output. Workers will be entitled to unemployment benefits even if they have not paid enough in social security contributions. Those who become unemployed or lose their regular income will be able to postpone their monthly mortgage payments as well as their utility bills.
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