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Government Unemployment Programme For Self-Employed Persons

Government Unemployment Programme For Self-Employed Persons

4/8/2020 9:07:01 AM
Given the unprecedented impact of COVID-19 on the Bahamian economy, the Government of the Bahamas has launched a new Unemployment Assistance Programme for Self-Employed (Sole Entrepreneur) Persons whose employment was negatively impacted by the mandated shut downs implemented by the Emergency Orders. The National Insurance Board (NIB) will administer this programme, on behalf of the Government. Applications for this programme will be accepted by NIB beginning on Tuesday 7 April 2020. More information will be made available to the public via the NIB website, social media platforms, and voice notes.

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