In the last weeks of July the Portuguese Government approved several laws with employment support measures to unemployed, young individuals and young unemployed.

Know the main objectives and addressees of the measures:

• "Estímulo Emprego" Measure: Approved by Order number 149-A/2014, of 24 July, aim to encourage the hiring of unemployed by granting a financial support to the employees.
• "Estágio-Emprego" Measure: Approval of several changes to Estágios-Emprego regulation following the recommendation of European Council. It was approved by Order number 149-B/2014, of 24 July
• "Emprego Jovem Ativo Measure": It's a measure approved by Order number 150/2014, of 30 July, that aims to promote a work experience to young people without compulsory education. IEFP will finance 100% of the monthly allowance.
• "Programa Investe Jovem":Approved by Order number 151/2014, of 30 July, is designed to promote the creation of companies by young unemployed under 30 years. The Program consists in granting a financial support until 75% of the total investment under an interest-free loan depreciable until 54 months. A financial support is also granted to the promoter with a full-time employment.