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๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

A more favorable unemployment benefit payment procedure is proposed for those returning to Lithuania

A Lithuanian parliamentarian has proposed a new unemployment benefit system to aid returning emigrants in readjusting to life in Lithuania.

Mar 3 โ€ข 10:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

Belgium says goodbye to lifelong unemployment benefits

Belgium ends indefinite unemployment benefits today, introducing a maximum two-year limit as part of a controversial reform aimed at addressing labor shortages.

Mar 1 โ€ข 09:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Unemployment benefits, union fees, adult education support, fireworks, wage theft... - Here are the SDP party congress initiatives

The SDP presented 538 initiatives at their party congress in May, addressing various issues including unemployment benefits, union fees, and fireworks sales.

Feb 28 โ€ข 13:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Pensions from Anses: Who Receives Payments on Friday, February 27

The ANSES agency in Argentina processes pension payments for specific beneficiaries on February 27, 2021, updating monthly deposits and clarifying eligibility criteria.

Feb 27 โ€ข 10:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

USA: Marginal Increase in New Unemployment Benefits

The number of Americans filing for new unemployment benefits increased slightly last week, while the unemployment rate remained stable in February, indicating labor market stability.

Feb 26 โ€ข 14:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Social partners agree to reduce unemployment benefits after a mutual termination

Social partners in France have reached an agreement to reduce unemployment benefits associated with mutual terminations, aiming for significant cost savings.

Feb 25 โ€ข 22:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Severe Accusation from a Member of Parliament: A Trap was Set for Pensioners

A Finnish MP criticizes the government for changes in support that could significantly reduce pensions for retirees who also draw unemployment benefits.

Feb 25 โ€ข 18:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Hellenic Post: Response regarding the delivery of cards connected to unemployment benefit allowances

Hellenic Post has issued a statement addressing concerns about delays in the delivery of cards associated with unemployment benefits, asserting that the majority of mail was processed correctly and on time.

Feb 25 โ€ข 15:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Unemployment Benefit Cards: The Response of ELTA Regarding Delays

The Greek Post (ELTA) has responded to concerns about delays in the delivery of unemployment benefit cards, asserting that all properly addressed mail has been processed on time.

Feb 25 โ€ข 14:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Those receiving unemployment benefits await several news: reported cases in which they will lose support

A significant portion of the Lithuanian population believes that the country's situation is worsening, and discussions have emerged about the future of social support systems.

Feb 24 โ€ข 06:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Silvie Kroeker is expecting a child and Finnish citizenship โ€“ unemployment benefits could jeopardize the dream of Finnishness

A Canadian woman living in Finland faces challenges in securing Finnish citizenship while expecting a baby due to strict citizenship requirements.

Feb 19 โ€ข 05:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

A Strong Reminder for Those Under 25 from Kela

Kela warns that under-25s may face severe cuts in benefits if they do not apply for education opportunities.

Feb 18 โ€ข 11:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

A strong message from Kela: These young people should now apply to school

Kela encourages certain under-25 youth to apply for vocational education or face consequences for unemployment benefits.

Feb 18 โ€ข 07:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

These Municipalities Had the Most Unemployment Benefit Recipients

In 2025, Finland saw a significant increase in unemployment benefit recipients, with over 338,000 individuals receiving support from Kela.

Feb 18 โ€ข 04:37 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‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Aksel Kankaanranta stated that he is living on unemployment benefits โ€“ This is the situation now

Aksel Kankaanranta discusses his current situation of living on unemployment benefits after struggling to find musical success following his participation in several music competitions.

Feb 15 โ€ข 10:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

EFKA โ€“ DYPA: Payments by February 20

A total of โ‚ฌ81,324,260.83 will be disbursed to 98,522 beneficiaries between February 16 and 20 as part of scheduled payments from the e-EFKA and the Public Employment Service (DYPA).

Feb 14 โ€ข 11:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Unemployment Benefits: In 2025, 153,847 Workers Were Paid

In 2025, 153,847 registered employees in Argentina received unemployment benefits due to dismissals without cause, with a significant number coming from manufacturing, commerce, and construction sectors.

Feb 13 โ€ข 14:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Confirmed: Katie Hobbs announces 7.5 million dollars to optimize SNAP benefits and unemployment insurance in Arizona

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs has announced a $7.5 million initiative to enhance SNAP and unemployment benefits amid ongoing tensions between the state and federal government over data sharing.

Feb 13 โ€ข 12:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Unemployment benefit applications in the United States fell to 227,000 last week

The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits decreased last week, remaining within a historically healthy range seen in recent years.

Feb 12 โ€ข 21:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

UK sleepwalking into joblessness epidemic, Tesco boss warns

The CEO of Tesco has warned that the UK is facing a potential joblessness epidemic with a rising number of people unemployed and reliant on benefits.

Feb 10 โ€ข 16:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Students Have Been Confused About Kela's Social Assistance Decisions

Finnish students are seeking clarity from Kela regarding the recent changes to social assistance, particularly concerning the application for student loans and unemployment benefits during the summer.

Feb 9 โ€ข 14:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

HS: Unemployed person submitted a job application - Lost benefits

An actress, Seidi Haarla, shares her experience of losing unemployment benefits after submitting a job application in the form of a self-tape, illustrating the challenges faced by actors in the current job market.

Feb 8 โ€ข 17:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

In These Professions, the Earnings-Related Unemployment Benefit is Extremely Low โ€“ See the List

Recent government cuts in Finland have significantly reduced earnings-related unemployment benefits in various low-paying professions, bringing the monthly compensation down to as low as 800โ€“900 euros after taxes.

Feb 7 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

Clarification on the allocation of unemployment benefits: what really changes for emigrants?

A new regulation effective January 1 defines temporary work duration for unemployment benefits, affecting emigrants' eligibility and practices.

Feb 6 โ€ข 15:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

e-EFKA & DYPA: Payments from February 9 to 13

A total of โ‚ฌ70,500,000 will be paid between February 9 and 13 to 93,900 beneficiaries as part of scheduled payments by e-EFKA and the Public Employment Service.

Feb 6 โ€ข 13:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Students bombarding Kela

Students are inundating Kela with questions regarding the impact of changes to the social assistance law effective February 1, 2026, particularly about student loans and unemployment benefits during summer.

Feb 6 โ€ข 11:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

The Job Market in Transformation - The Subject #1654

Businesses are restructuring job offers to attract and retain workers in a heated market with record low unemployment, incorporating broader benefits and flexible work schedules.

Feb 5 โ€ข 03:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
Crime & Justice

Four defendants, including 2 Venezuelans, used 115 stolen identities in massive food stamp fraud

Four individuals, including two Venezuelan citizens, exploited 115 stolen identities in a scheme defrauding over $1 million from food stamp and unemployment benefits programs.

Feb 3 โ€ข 20:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Pension savings of billions: This is how a council of five experts would change government cuts

A recent report from the Economic Policy Assessment Council suggests alternative pension cuts, focusing on pensions accrued from education, unemployment benefits, widow's pensions, and parental leave.

Feb 3 โ€ข 17:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ elDiario.es
National & Local

When unemployment benefits are paid in February 2026: the payment dates at each bank

In February 2026, beneficiaries in Spain are eager to know when they will receive their unemployment benefits, usually aimed to be deposited by the 10th of the month, though actual availability may vary by bank.

Feb 2 โ€ข 10:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

The Basque Government will manage unemployment benefits and family allowances starting January 2027

The central and Basque government have agreed to transfer five competencies, including unemployment benefits and family allowances, starting in January 2027.

Jan 16 โ€ข 11:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ABC
National & Local

Sรกnchez cedes the five transfers demanded by the Basque Country and eases the relationship with the PNV

The Basque government has reached an agreement with Sรกnchez to transfer five pending responsibilities, including unemployment benefits, easing tensions with the PNV.

Jan 15 โ€ข 11:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
Crime & Justice

Georgia lawmaker accused of ripping off taxpayers with pandemic unemployment fraud announces retirement

Georgia lawmaker Karen Bennett, accused of fraudulently collecting pandemic unemployment benefits, has announced her retirement following legal charges.

Jan 9 โ€ข 17:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
Crime & Justice

Second Georgia lawmaker accused of ripping off taxpayers with pandemic unemployment fraud announces retirement

Georgia state House member Karen Bennett has announced her retirement amid charges of fraudulently collecting federal unemployment benefits during the pandemic.

Jan 9 โ€ข 17:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ABC
National & Local

When unemployment benefits are paid in January: the date for Caixabank, ING, Santander, BBVA and other banks

The article discusses the payment dates for unemployment benefits in January across various banks in Spain, including Caixabank and BBVA.

Jan 8 โ€ข 08:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
Crime & Justice

DOJ charges ex-Georgia Democrat lawmaker with allegedly fraudulently obtaining COVID unemployment benefits

A former Democratic lawmaker from Georgia faces federal charges for allegedly fraudulently receiving nearly $14,000 in COVID-19 unemployment benefits.

Jan 6 โ€ข 18:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ elDiario.es
Life & Tech

When unemployment benefits will be paid in January 2026: deposit dates at each bank

The article discusses the schedule for unemployment benefit payments in January 2026 and how different banks manage transfer dates, impacting when recipients can access their funds.

Jan 5 โ€ข 11:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Efsyn
National & Local

Prepaid unemployment benefits and closure of ELTA brought new fiasco

The article discusses the recent issues caused by prepaid unemployment benefits and the shutdown of ELTA, leading to public discontent.

Jan 2 โ€ข 18:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ elDiario.es
Life & Tech

Guide to Knowing How to Check the Amount to Receive from Unemployment Benefits Each Month

This article provides guidance on how to check the monthly amount of unemployment benefits one can receive, emphasizing its importance for financial stability during job transitions.

Jan 2 โ€ข 11:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Die Welt
National & Local

Costs for the Unemployed Reach Record High โ€“ Citizen Income and Social Benefits Drive Expenses

Unemployment expenses surged to nearly 77 billion euros last year, primarily driven by citizen income and social benefits, according to the Institute for Labor Market and Vocational Research.

Dec 30 โ€ข 06:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Die Welt
National & Local

The costs of unemployment rise significantly โ€“ citizen income is the biggest block

Unemployment has cost the German state approximately 76.6 billion euros in 2024, the highest in almost a decade, driven by rising unemployment numbers and increased social benefits, particularly the citizen income.

Dec 29 โ€ข 12:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ABC
National & Local

The Government Rectifies the Mistake that Forced Around 100,000 Unemployed to Pay Income Tax

The government revokes a legal change that required beneficiaries of unemployment benefits to file income tax returns, alleviating financial burdens for around 100,000 unemployed individuals.

Dec 28 โ€ข 06:23 UTC

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