Although the total number of hours of authorized wage supplementation is half the size of the second quarter peak, it is still particularly high. The worsening of the epidemic could have new and serious repercussions on the already fragile conditions of the labour market.
While the reallocation of workers among firms and sectors must not be obstructed, the seriousness of the crisis calls for continued adequate protection for as long as necessary. At the same time, the social safety net system can be revised to increase coverage, simplicity of access and fairness.