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BrightPay's COVID-19 Resources Hub

How to use BrightPay if you need to work from home

While BrightPay remains a desktop solution, the software can be installed at ten different locations on ten different PCs or laptops. BrightPay payroll files can be accessed remotely through cloud environments like a shared server, Google Drive or Dropbox. This flexibility will allow users to continue to operate their payroll as normal. In addition, you can log into your BrightPay Connect account to view your payroll information at any time. Read our step-by-step guide that explains how to use BrightPay when working remotely.

Read Step-By-Step Guide New Remote Working Functionality



Employment Wage Subsidy Scheme

The Employment Wage Subsidy Scheme (EWSS) came into effect on 1st September 2020 and will continue until 30th April 2022. Where the scheme is being operated, an indicator will be included on the payroll submission (PSR) to indicate that an employee is an eligible employee for EWSS. On receipt of your payroll submission, Revenue will then determine the applicable subsidy amount payable.

Operating EWSS in BrightPay Revenue Guidance


Returning To Work After COVID-19

The Government’s 'Work Safely Protocol' sets out a number of measures employers must consider as they reopen their businesses and bring staff back to work safely, such as designating a Lead Worker Representative, providing COVID-19 induction training for employees and developing a COVID-19 Response Plan. BrightPay's sister product, Bright Contracts, has been updated to include a template COVID-19 Response Plan. This document is the perfect starting point for any small employer getting to grips with COVID-19 and preventative workplace measures.

Returning Staff to Work COVID-19 Response Plan

Free Resources:

We have created some sample letters that employers can use:


BrightPay Customer Support - Business as Usual

All of our staff can perform their roles from home, and all staff are issued with laptops and access to our phone and email systems. Our customer support is still very much open for business and we will continue to support our customers through the COVID-19 pandemic. Apologies if you hear any domestic background noise while talking to a support operative. This may be unavoidable and we ask that you bear with us for the duration. If you have any further questions or concerns, please contact our customer support team here

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Free Webinar: Employment Wage Subsidy Scheme Extended

During this webinar, we discuss what you need to know about the extension of the EWSS, including enhanced eligibility rules. Plus, we will highlight important tips to remember as you return to the workplace (and what mistakes you should avoid).

Register here

How does the TWSS Reconciliation affect me?

On Monday 22nd March 2021, Revenue advised that most employers can now access their TWSS reconciliation balances in Revenue’s Online Service (ROS). Employers have until the end of June to review and accept the reconciliation amounts. 

EWSS Q&A - Common Support Queries

Due to the changes and updates to the COVID-19 Government schemes, our support team put together the top four common questions – asked by you and answered by us! More information can be found in the COVID-19 guidance section on our website.

7 Steps To Returning To Work After COVID-19

The Work Safely Protocol sets out a number of steps for employers and workers to reduce the risk of exposure to COVID-19 in the workplace. Here we have broken it down and pulled out the key points that employers need to be aware of moving forward.