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We need to change the way we live to save our burning planet
In the coming years we need to rethink our love for consumption and short term priorities. This is a major challenge that is not easy to overcome. The case for emergency action…
Why is work in the community important?
Today’s way of life, full of distractions, can easily stop people from thinking of others and drowning in egoism. Today, more than ever, there is a need for Maltese society, particularly…
Wind and solar power for electricity generation: significant action needed if EU targets to be met
Between 2005 and 2017, the share of renewables in the generation of electricity in the EU doubled, from around 15 % to almost 31 %. The main driver for…
Funding for capacity-building of social partners
Maltese trade unions are important players in the local social dialogue process. At European level, social dialogue is valued as a fundamental component of the European social model, so much so that the European Commission must consult social partners before taking any action in the field of social policy. Priority Axis (PA) 4 of the European Social Fund offers NGOs, social partners and civil society organisations the opportunity to apply for capacity-building projects in the field of social dialogue. Through a call which is currently at pre-announcement stage under this PA, social partners can submit project proposals with the aim of acquiring the necessary technical capacity to enable their participation in the development of Government policies. Applicants can submit projects which improve their performance in the social dialogue process for EU and national policies. Such capacity-building can include improved coordination with policy-makers and/or better technical capacity to participate in social dialogue at EU level. The call provides financial support up to €100,000 covering a maximum of 80% of eligible costs. Projects can include training, research and networking activities. For further information about this call and to find out how MEUSAC can assist you in the funding application process, call 2200 3300 or send an
Understanding absenteeism
High levels of absenteeism remain a problem at some workplaces. Workers are absent from work for a number of reasons, the main acceptable reason being illness. There are other acceptable reasons such as personal or family emergencies.…
Political responsibility and the inexistent culture of resignations
Political accountability and responsibility are the essence of democracy. All those who have been delegated with the authority to take action carry the responsibility of being accountable. One of the…
The professional status of rural women in the EU
Women in rural areas of the EU make up below 50% of the total rural population. They represent 45% of the economically active population and about 40% of them work…
Protecting workers in precarious employment
The Council of the EU is expected to formally adopt a proposed Directive on transparent and predictable working conditions this month. The proposal aims at establishing new rights for workers, addressing insufficient protection from…
EESC calls for economic convergence
“The European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) is encouraging the European Union to double its efforts to ensure better social cohesion and economic convergence across the Union.” This was one of the recommendations…
What does a true leader do?
At some point in our lives, we all had a relationship with someone – maybe with a parent, a teacher or an employer – who changed the way we look…