Furlough Schemes in Europe during COVID-19
As a method of fiscal stimulus during the COVID-19 pandemic, European governments implemented furlough schemes. Under these programs, the government paid a significant portion of the wages for workers who were temporarily unable to work due to public health restrictions.
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