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๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

From June, even more residents will receive this benefit: who will be fortunate

Starting from June, a wider circle of residents will be eligible for child benefits, including those without adequate social insurance history.

Mar 23 โ€ข 07:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

From the rain to the gutter, or what is related to the introduction of JPU

The introduction of the JPU will allow the Social Insurance Institution (ZUS) to undertake tasks related to determining the basis for contributions and their calculation.

Mar 23 โ€ข 04:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

The Social Insurance Board has shut down an unauthorized nursing home

An unauthorized nursing home operating in Tartu has been ordered to cease operations by the Social Insurance Board due to a lack of proper licensing and qualified staff.

Mar 20 โ€ข 15:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Returned Smile: Who is Entitled to Compensation for Dental Prosthetics

Lithuania's health insurance fund now compensates dental prosthetics for various demographic groups, addressing both medical and social issues related to tooth loss.

Mar 20 โ€ข 15:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Free transport, municipal mutual insurance, free bicycles... In Saint-Denis, who will pay the generous bill of the new LFI mayor?

The newly elected LFI mayor of Saint-Denis, Bally Bagayoko, faces skepticism over the financial implications of his ambitious social promises in a city where many residents live in poverty.

Mar 20 โ€ข 13:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Were you fired? How to collect the IESS Unemployment Insurance and how much money you are entitled to

This article explains the process and eligibility requirements for collecting unemployment insurance from Ecuador's Social Security Institute (IESS) after losing a job.

Mar 19 โ€ข 17:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

Approval to link public insurance to wage index

Icelandic authorities have approved a decision to link public insurance benefits to the wage index, which will likely impact citizens' financial support.

Mar 19 โ€ข 14:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

โ€œSodraโ€ Sends a Message About Salaries: Here's What Will Change This June

Lithuaniaโ€™s social insurance institution, Sodra, is set to implement new reporting requirements for employers regarding employee salaries and working hours starting this June.

Mar 19 โ€ข 13:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

ZUS announces an important change. It concerns one of the most popular applications

The Polish Social Insurance Institution (ZUS) has introduced an electronic version of the popular application ERPO, benefitting hundreds of thousands of retirees and pensioners.

Mar 17 โ€ข 13:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

ZUS: As of March 12, letters sent via ePUAP will no longer be addressed

From March 12, 2026, correspondence sent through the ePUAP platform will no longer be acknowledged by the Social Insurance Institution (ZUS) in Poland.

Mar 16 โ€ข 09:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

From April, unemployment benefits can only be received if there are no income

Starting April, individuals receiving unemployment benefits in Latvia must not have any income to maintain their eligibility under new legal amendments.

Mar 11 โ€ข 12:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Kela revealed benefit statistics - this benefit exceeded one billion euros

The Finnish social insurance institution Kela reported that benefits paid in 2024 exceeded 17.4 billion euros, highlighting a significant increase in basic income support and unemployment benefits.

Mar 10 โ€ข 10:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

This is how much benefits Kela paid to Finns

Kela's benefit payments to Finns increased in 2025, totaling โ‚ฌ17.5 billion, despite a decrease in some expenditures such as health insurance reimbursements.

Mar 10 โ€ข 07:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Urgent Reminder from 'Sodra' to Residents: Here Are the Contributions to Be Paid

Residents engaged in various forms of self-employment must declare their income and make social insurance contributions to Sodra by early May.

Mar 9 โ€ข 14:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Dennรญk N
National & Local

The statement from the second pillar will only show you part of your pension, don't panic, explain experts Kotov and ล kriniar

Experts advise that the statement from the second pillar reflects only a portion of future pensions, which is lower than the amount expected from the social insurance system.

Mar 5 โ€ข 13:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

A novelty for entrepreneurs in ZUS. It aims to protect against the debt spiral

The Polish Social Insurance Institution (ZUS) has introduced a new method for informing entrepreneurs about outstanding payments to prevent a debt spiral caused by various financial challenges.

Mar 5 โ€ข 08:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

SN: ZUS unlawfully lifts the "corporate veil" of the employer

The Supreme Court has ruled that the Social Insurance Institution (ZUS) acted unlawfully by lifting the corporate veil of an employer.

Mar 5 โ€ข 04:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Visir
National & Local

Twelve percent of Icelanders on benefits

Twelve percent of Iceland's population is currently receiving social benefits, raising concerns from the Icelandic Medical Association regarding proposed changes to the social insurance system.

Mar 4 โ€ข 21:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

Proposal on public insurance in committee amid intense disagreement

A new proposal regarding public insurance has sparked significant controversy within the committee responsible for its review.

Mar 4 โ€ข 16:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

The Social Insurance Agency is proposed to have its own 'benefit police'

The Swedish government's investigator suggests that the Social Insurance Agency should have its own investigative unit to combat benefit fraud.

Mar 4 โ€ข 10:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Kela paid significantly less sick leave compensation last year

The Finnish social insurance institution Kela reduced its sick leave compensation costs significantly last year due to cuts made at the beginning of 2025.

Mar 4 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Authorities are taken to task for severe language barrier

A report criticizes Swedish authorities for their inadequate communication with non-Swedish speakers regarding social insurance laws.

Mar 3 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

"Stop Law" against teenage deportations voted down

The proposal for a moratorium on deportations of teenagers and young adults in Sweden has been rejected by the Social Insurance Committee in parliament.

Mar 3 โ€ข 10:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Changes in Sick Leave Regulations Coming in April

Changes in Polish sick leave regulations will take effect on April 13, affecting criteria for issuing sick leave and the rights of the Social Insurance Institution.

Mar 1 โ€ข 18:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Social Insurance: Billions in Deficit in Care

The German long-term care insurance sector faces a significant financial deficit, requiring federal loans to avoid major shortfalls.

Mar 1 โ€ข 14:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

In the Seimas โ€“ a new proposal: the number of memorable days may increase

A new proposal in the Lithuanian Seimas aims to officially recognize additional memorable days, including Saint Hubert's Day for hunters and Social Insurance Day.

Feb 28 โ€ข 10:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

IMPORTANT CHANGE: Waiting list for special care will no longer lead to backlogs when documents expire

The Estonian Social Insurance Board is initiating contact with individuals on the waiting list for special care services to ensure their rights remain uninterrupted as their documents expire.

Feb 27 โ€ข 09:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Japan is a harsh country for low-income workers: The reality depicted by the 'Wong Curve' - Is the burden equitable?

A new national discussion in Japan centers around taxation and social insurance burdens on low-income workers, highlighted by the 'Wong Curve.'

Feb 26 โ€ข 22:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

With Economic Problems and Without Insurance: This Is How Uber Drivers Work in Latin America

A study conducted by Uber and the Inter-American Development Bank reveals that most Uber drivers in Latin America face economic difficulties, lack social security coverage, and are burdened with debt.

Feb 26 โ€ข 21:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

The State Social Insurance Agency warns about a new fraud scheme

The State Social Insurance Agency (VSAA) has issued a warning to residents about phone scammers requesting personal information under the pretense of delivering urgent correspondence via courier.

Feb 26 โ€ข 16:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

"Sodra" has sent reminders to 39,000 people regarding benefits: otherwise they will not receive money

Many residents are losing their entitled benefits simply due to not submitting applications on time.

Feb 26 โ€ข 13:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Ukraine has decided to significantly raise pensions - they will increase from March 1.

Ukraine has announced a 12.1% increase in pensions and insurance payments starting March 1, as part of its ongoing pension enhancement policy amid economic challenges.

Feb 26 โ€ข 10:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The Long-Awaited Change at ZUS Has Come Into Effect

The new version of the eZUS portal is designed to enhance user experience and streamline processes for contributors.

Feb 25 โ€ข 18:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

SZ Podcast 'The Topic': How toxic is TikTok really

A recent study by the DAK health insurance company reveals that social media, particularly TikTok, poses significant risks to children and adolescents, with a fifth considered at risk of addiction.

Feb 25 โ€ข 16:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Mansukh Mandaviya attended the ESIC Foundation Day

Mansukh Mandaviya attended the 75th foundation day of the Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC), where he emphasized the importance of the new labor code for enhancing workers' rights and social welfare schemes.

Feb 25 โ€ข 12:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Income Limits for Student Loan Interest Aid Increase in March

Income limits for student loan interest aid in Finland will rise in March, according to the Social Insurance Institution of Finland (Kela).

Feb 25 โ€ข 11:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Income limits for student loan interest assistance will increase in March

The income limits for student loan interest assistance in Finland will rise in March, according to the Finnish Social Insurance Institution (Kela).

Feb 25 โ€ข 09:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Wprost
National & Local

Shocking discovery by the road. Burned letters from banks and Social Insurance Institution in the snow

Residents of Sochoล„ in Biaล‚ystok County, Poland, discovered burnt and opened mail containing personal data in the snow, raising concerns about data security.

Feb 24 โ€ข 12:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Reform May Surprise Pensioners Unpleasantly โ€“ Minister Speaks Now

A recent reform could significantly reduce financial support for low-income pensioners in Finland, raising concerns from the Social Insurance Minister.

Feb 24 โ€ข 09:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

S offers private health insurance to high executives

The Social Democrats want to ban private health insurance, yet the municipality of Stockholm, led by the Social Democrats, pays for health insurance for its top executives.

Feb 23 โ€ข 12:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

Government: Immigrants Must Qualify for Welfare

The Swedish government proposes that immigrants must reside in Sweden for five years to qualify for social insurance benefits.

Feb 23 โ€ข 12:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

Insurance companies stunned: Must not alert authorities when insurance fraudsters also cheat on social benefits

Insurance companies in Denmark are prohibited from informing authorities about cases of dual fraud involving both insurance claims and social benefits, leaving them in a difficult position.

Feb 21 โ€ข 06:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
Crime & Justice

Authorities Not Informed: Man Participated in Wrestling Championship Despite Receiving Compensation for Severe Back Pain

A man participated in a wrestling championship even though he was receiving compensation for severe back pain that limited his mobility.

Feb 21 โ€ข 06:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Nursing benefits will increase, but compensation for medical expenses of uninsured residents will disappear

The Tartu City Council has decided to change the rules for social welfare assistance, increasing the support amounts for caregivers of children and adults.

Feb 20 โ€ข 08:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Question Marks Over Consumption Tax Cut as Prime Minister's Main Focus is 'Tax Credit with Benefits'

The new cabinet of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is set to explore a temporary consumption tax cut, but the Prime Minister emphasizes that it is merely a stopgap measure with a larger aim of introducing a system of tax credit with benefits for low and middle-income earners.

Feb 19 โ€ข 22:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

This is how much pensioners and pension recipients can earn. Exceeding the limit threatens loss of benefits

New earning limits for pensioners in Poland will take effect from December 1, as their earnings must remain within specified boundaries to avoid losing benefits.

Feb 19 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Visir
National & Local

Need to clarify who misunderstands whom

Iceland's political debate heats up surrounding a proposed amendment to social insurance laws, with key voices highlighting misunderstandings about its implications.

Feb 18 โ€ข 20:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Even 200 PLN more per month. ZUS recalculates pensions. The conclusion on March 31

The Polish Social Insurance Institution (ZUS) is set to recalculate pensions for individuals who received or recalculated their pensions in June between 2009-2019, potentially increasing their payments by over 200 PLN monthly due to previously less favorable rules.

Feb 18 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

S: We want to repeal the new unemployment insurance

The Social Democrats in Sweden are proposing to repeal new unemployment insurance rules that reduce benefits after 100 days of unemployment.

Feb 17 โ€ข 12:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Open conflict between S and V: "Lied to the Swedish people"

The proposal to reinstate a measure to prevent deportations of teenage migrants was rejected by the Swedish parliament's social insurance committee, sparking significant controversy and accusations between political parties.

Feb 17 โ€ข 11:50 UTC

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