Entries by Jean Claude Gatt

MCESD Task Force: Key Talks Continue on Malta’s Vision 2050

The MCESD Malta Vision 2050 Task Force meeting convened for an important meeting to refine the framework guiding Malta’s long-term strategic plan. The meeting, which followed the recent MCESD Council session where the Government presented its groundwork and social partners offered valuable feedback, focused on key priorities shaping the Vision 2050’s methodology. “This process within […]

MCESD Focuses on Malta Vision 2050

The MCESD Council and its Task Force convened to discuss Malta Vision 2050 and an accompanying national strategy focused on shaping the nation’s economic, social, and environmental future. The meeting brought together the Minister for Economy, Enterprise, and Strategic Projects (delegated by the Cabinet of Ministers led by OPM), the Parliamentary Secretary for Social Dialogue, MCESD […]

The National Anti-Poverty Strategy Presented to MCESD

Discussions at the MCESD meeting focused on Malta’s National Strategy for Poverty Reduction and Social Inclusion. Discussions centred on Malta’s National Strategy for Poverty Reduction and Social Inclusion, reflecting the nation’s aspired commitment to fostering dignity, opportunity, and empowerment for all. In a presentation by the Ministry for Social Policy and Children’s Rights, the Social […]

MCESD Highlights National Priorities in Meeting with EU Delegation.

The social partners engaged in important discussions with a delegation from the European Commission on national and European priorities. A key focus was the appointment of an MCESD taskforce to contribute to Malta’s Vision 2050, highlighting the importance of stakeholder consultation and collective action. MCESD Chairperson, Perit David Xuereb underscored the pivotal role of social […]

Mental Wellbeing at the Workplace

A presentation was delivered by Richmond Foundation during the MCESD Council Meeting on 8th November 2024. The presentation aimed to provide Social Partners with insights into mental well-being in the workplace, emphasising the importance of addressing challenges related to employees’ mental health. Additionally, strategies and support tools were discussed to help organisations foster healthier, more sustainable […]

MCESD Kicks Off Discussions on Malta’s Vision 2050

The process by which MCESD will be providing proactive input to the Government announced Malta Vision 2050 process was kicked off by a first meeting of a purposely set up MCESD Task Force. The meeting provided an overview of the proposed approach to be adopted to garner the social partners’ contributions and allowed for initial […]

Malta’s Traffic Challenges Addressed in MCESD Meeting with Responsible Minister and Social Partners.

The MCESD held its Council Meeting to specifically discuss pertinent and highly expected traffic mitigation measures. Present at this important MCESD meeting were the Minister for Transport, Infrastructure, and Public Works, Hon. Chris Bonnett; Parliamentary Secretary for Social Dialogue, Hon. Andy Ellul; Infrastructure Malta CEO, Mr. Steve Ellul; Transport Malta CEO, Mr. Kurt Farrugia; and […]