Webinar: Economic and HR measures adopted during the corona pandemic in Norway
Join us on Thursday, April 9th at 10:00 (GMT +2) for our international business webinar
Ius Laboris: Guide for International Employers
Advokatfirmaet Hjort is a member of the Ius Laboris network, a global alliance of leading employment, labour and pension law firms. Working together with our network we have created a Guide for International Employers to assist employers in keeping their employees safe and protect their business as much as possible.
Companies with decrease in turnovers to receive compensation payments
On April 2, 2020, the government outlined the details for the compensation scheme which will cover a share of the unavoidable overhead costs for companies with decrease in turnover as a result of the corona pandemic. Companies should assess whether they are eligible to receive compensation under the scheme and prepare the application process.
Easter holidays, corona crisis, layoffs and vacation- which rules apply?
The Easter holiday is approaching and many employers and employees have questions regarding the holiday from work during this corona pandemic. How is holiday allowance affected for companies with employees that have been temporarily laid off? Is an employee entitled to change or delay a holiday request that has already been approved because of quarantine or travel restrictions? When should an employee receive their holiday pay?
Aid for businesses in phase 2 of the Norwegian Government’s corona stimulus package
On 31 March 2020, the Norwegian Parliament approved new measures to counteract the effects of the corona pandemic on the Norwegian economy. The package includes large allocations to existing and new subsidy schemes for businesses. In this article, we summarize the most important news for businesses.
Reversal of resolution to pay dividend without triggering taxation
On March 31, 2020, the Tax Directorate issued a statement of principles regarding the fiscal treatment of reversal of resolutions to pay dividend as a consequence of the coronavirus pandemic.
Hjort and the coronavirus
Coronavirus – changes to Norwegian tax regulations
The government has recently proposed several changes to the Norwegian tax regulation to reduce the financial repercussions of the coronavirus. Today, the Parliament has extended the arrangement to include Value Added Tax (VAT). Below you will find a current overview of the most important tax and duty measures for businesses. The government has also notified that further measures may be implemented on short notice.