Q&A: Will new sick pay entitlement make workers feel a little better? 

The new sick pay entitlement scheme will ensure that all employees are entitled to a minimum level of financial compensation if they are unable to work due to illness or injury.

The Cabinet’s approval of its universal sick pay scheme is the latest change to worker’s rights and will seek to help up to 50% of employees who are not currently entitled to any benefit if they are unable to work.

Tánaiste Leo Varadkar said the plan is intended as a progressive measure that will bring Ireland in line with many other wealthy OECD countries.