According to recent data from the National Statistical Institute, close to two billion leva (about €1.02 billion) was paid out over 28 months for the “60:40” measure by the Government to keep people in employment during the COVID-19 pandemic. The 60:40 measure involved the state in picking up 60% of payroll costs, with employers obliged to pay the remaining 40%. According to these data, a total of 13,700 employers received support for 342,000 employees.
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