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Strict Irish COVID-19 Curbs Put 85,000 People Temporarily Out of Work

A warning information notice is seen affixed to a town signpost indicating social distancing guidelines to comply with the government's highest level of lockdown restrictions, Level 5, as the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak continues in Foxford, Ireland, October 28, 2020. REUTERS/Clodagh Kilcoyne
A warning information notice is seen affixed to a town signpost indicating social distancing guidelines to comply with the government's highest level of lockdown restrictions, Level 5, as the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak continues in Foxford, Ireland, October 28, 2020. REUTERS/Clodagh Kilcoyne
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Strict Irish COVID-19 Curbs Put 85,000 People Temporarily Out of Work

A warning information notice is seen affixed to a town signpost indicating social distancing guidelines to comply with the government's highest level of lockdown restrictions, Level 5, as the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak continues in Foxford, Ireland, October 28, 2020. REUTERS/Clodagh Kilcoyne
A warning information notice is seen affixed to a town signpost indicating social distancing guidelines to comply with the government's highest level of lockdown restrictions, Level 5, as the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak continues in Foxford, Ireland, October 28, 2020. REUTERS/Clodagh Kilcoyne

Around 85,000 more people have claimed temporary COVID-19 jobless benefits since Ireland moved to the highest level of restrictions to fight the virus two weeks ago, fewer so far than the 150,000 estimated by government, data showed on Tuesday.

The limiting of restaurants to takeaway service and closure of non-essential retail pushed claims to almost 330,000 from 244,153 before the six-week measures were introduced on Oct. 22, far below a peak of 600,000 during a stricter lockdown in May.

Recipients of the Pandemic Unemployment Payment (PUP) have been on the rise since falling to a post-lockdown low of 205,000 at the start of October and are set to increase the unemployment rate to around 20% from 14.7% at the end of September.

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Saudi Airports to Expand Global Reach at Routes World 2024 in Bahrain

Saudi airports will participate under the theme "Saudi Arabia the Global Hub" at Routes World 2024 in Bahrain. (SPA)
Saudi airports will participate under the theme "Saudi Arabia the Global Hub" at Routes World 2024 in Bahrain. (SPA)
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Saudi Airports to Expand Global Reach at Routes World 2024 in Bahrain

Saudi airports will participate under the theme "Saudi Arabia the Global Hub" at Routes World 2024 in Bahrain. (SPA)
Saudi airports will participate under the theme "Saudi Arabia the Global Hub" at Routes World 2024 in Bahrain. (SPA)

Saudi airports will participate under the theme "Saudi Arabia the Global Hub" at Routes World 2024, which will take place in Bahrain from October 6-8, 2024, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Friday.
The event, considered the aviation industry's premier global gathering, will bring together key players from airlines, airports, and industry stakeholders worldwide to shape the future of air services and promote global economic growth.
The Saudi participation includes some of the kingdom's most important aviation assets: MATARAT Holding, the King Salman International Airport, the Saudi Air Connectivity Program, the Red Sea International Airport, the Riyadh Airports Company, the Jeddah Airports Company, the Dammam Airports Company, and the Airports Cluster 2 Company.
Saudi Arabia's participation aims to transform its aviation sector into a global leader, positioning its airports to handle 330 million passengers and transport 4.5 million tons of cargo by 2030. This ambitious goal, aligned with the objectives of the National Aviation Strategy, is a testament to the industry's potential.
The effort also focuses on creating seamless travel experiences, enhancing customer satisfaction, ensuring safety and promoting environmental sustainability in the aviation industry.
The 29th edition of Routes World will feature panel discussions, workshops, and intensive meetings focused on advancing the regional and global air transport industry.
The sessions will also explore airlines' financial and operational performance, prospects for future growth, and critical issues such as privatization, mergers, sustainability initiatives, and environmental conservation.