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MEPs demand harder EU rules on bee protection
The European parliament has vetoed a move by member states and the European commission to weaken EU rules protecting bee colonies from toxic pesticides. MEPs blocked revised legislation that was…
Capacity Building for NGOs
In the first two weeks of December, MEUSAC will be offering a training package to members of NGOs, Trade Unions and Employers’ Associations that operate within the sectors of employment, social…
Whoever negates that there is poverty in Malta is living on another planet!
According to this portal’s sources, more and more people seem to be resorting to the Food Bank at Triq l-Ifran, in Valletta. Speaking to the Voice of the Workers, a person who wished to remain…
The authorities need to do their job
“The authorities need to do their job in this country”. This was the reaction of Manuel Delia, blogger and activist within the organisation Repubblika, one of the organisers of the protest against corruption…
NGOs expose rights abuses in EU supermarket supply chains
Our food supply chains are in crisis. Around the world, Oxfam has found them to be rife with violations of human, labour and women’s rights. Forced labour and hidden suffering are unwanted ingredients in…
The next EU Budget
Negotiations are currently underway as the EU looks to decide upon its upcoming budget for the 2021-2027 period. The current proposals look to establish an EU budget which reflects rapid developments…
Diversity at the workplace
When you think of diversity, what comes to mind? The first things that people think about are age, gender, race and cultural background. Although we can share some things that…
A threat to collective bargaining
Collective bargaining is currently under threat on the job market due to the presence of foreign workers. The UĦM Voice of the Workers has made it clear and will continue to make…
Are commissioner grillings going too far?
The European Parliament prides itself on its commitment to the rule of law. It presents itself as the most of rule of law committed body on the planet. It…
The Right to Disconnect
As massive advancements in technology and communication continue to shape the world around us, such innovations are also transforming the place of work and the very nature of our…