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Erasmus+ goes virtual
The European Commission recently launched the Erasmus+ Virtual Exchange, a project aimed at promoting intercultural dialogue and improving the skills of young people through a variety of digital learning tools. The objective of the Erasmus+ Virtual Exchange is to connect young people, youth workers, students and academics…
Further education needed on prevention of risks in buildings
“We need to enact the Fire Safety Act”. This was stated by Gordon Bondin, a health and safety consultant, in an interview with Voice of the Workers in the wake of the…
Christians shouldn’t be afraid to speak up
The biggest threat to the values of this country is when Christians hold back from speaking up. Christians should not be too intimidated to speak out but should be able to put their ideas forward even…
New EU corporate tax plan, embracing “digital presence”, approved in committee
Firms would be taxed where they earn their profits under new proposals for a harmonised corporate tax system which also considers their online activities to calculate their tax. The planned “Common…
Toolkit to Strengthen Public Employment Services
Career guidance is a very important concept which, when applied in a useful manner, can help guide people choose the right career. Furthermore, the changing world of work calls for the renewal of the…
“I closed shop because I lost all motivation” – Engineer Marco Cremona
By Hermann Micallef An ambitious water recycling project, which is not only feasible but also needed in Malta, was cold shouldered by the Public Health authorities without a concrete and valid reason being given. In an interview with Voice…
The power of responsibility
Being accountable for your actions is a sign of moral maturity. A sense of responsibility is one of the main pillars of a strong character. Many people, particularly some politicians and people in executive positions, are trying to avoid…
UHM Facebook Contest
All the members of UHM Voice of the Workers who already follow or will start following UHM’s Facebook from 19th March till 1st May 2018 will automatically be entered into a competition to win the following prize. A voucher of…
Life-long Learning
Taking forward the vision presented at the Gothenburg Social Summit in November 2017 on how education and culture can support an inclusive, cohesive and competitive Europe, the European Commission…
Consumer protection: EU-wide rules for those sold a defective product
MEPs approved a single set of rules to ensure consumers buying online or face-to-face in a local shop obtain the remedies they are entitled to if they purchase…