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Need of political will to address shortcomings of the job market
“There needs to be the political will to address the current shortcomings of the job market. There must be the determination to reform the education system to make sure that…
Be an active citizen
The citizens of a country shape its future. Many things depend on us, the citizens. I think that every citizen can contribute to the country’s development. It does not matter…
Are you breathing properly?
Nothing is more important for life than the breath we take. About 250 million litres of air pass through your lung in your lifetime. If you go walking down…
Need to introduce immunity from damages for people who give First Aid
During a meeting of the Parliamentary Social Affairs Committee held on Monday, 12th November, there was a discussion on the need to introduce immunity or protection from any consequence following the provision of…
Having tattoos no longer affects your chances of getting a job
Contrary to popular belief, having a tattoo no longer limits your chances of getting a job. A new study by the University of Miami and the University of Western Australia published…
The citizen is suffering the consequences of chaos at Government Departments
A heartbreaking social case that should not have been treated in such a humiliating way in an economy that is supposedly doing well. Voice of the Workers came across a post on…
Strengthening harmony at the workplace
Offices and other workplaces are a microcosm of humanity. They comprise a mix of all types of people, with different personalities, behaviours, goals and challenges. This means that to get on…
A prestigious nomination on the EESC for a UĦM Voice of the Workers consultant
Philip von Brockdorff, a UĦM Voice of the Workers consultant and Head of the Economics Department at the University of Malta has recently been nominated to sit on the European…
Ethical and social considerations of digitalising
We must admit that we are living in challenging times, when the trend in technological advancement is characterised by a mix of innovations and technological applications, among them digitalisation, robotics and nanotechnology. There is…
Enforcement is lacking in every sector in this country
“Enforcement is lacking in each and every sector in this country.” So said an ex -Police official in a recent interview with Voice of the Workers. “I cannot think of a single entity that…