The Department for Industrial and Employment Relations (DIER) has released its latest annual report, shedding light on the state of workers’ rights and employment practices in Malta for 2024. From unpaid wages to irregularities in workplace practices, the report highlights key statistics and actions taken to improve conditions for employees. Here’s a breakdown of the findings in point form.
Employment Irregularities in 2024:
- 675 workers were not paid.
- 379 workers were not given their bonus or weekly allowance.
- 2,225 cases of irregularities were found by DIER.
- 408 cases involved workers not being given their annual leave.
- 268 cases involved workers not being given their payslips.
Actions Taken by DIER:
- 1,202 investigations were opened.
- 552 cases were resolved quickly.
- 107 inspections were carried out.
- 172 workers were interviewed.
- 172 cases of irregularities were taken to court.
- €1.6 million in wages were returned to unpaid workers.
Food Courier Investigations:
- 44 food courier fleet managers were investigated.
- Legal proceedings were taken against 5 fleet managers.
- Employment Agency Licenses:
- 145 licenses were issued.
Collective Agreements and Trade Unions:
- 13 new collective agreements were signed.
- 43 extensions of existing agreements were made.
- 1 new trade union was registered, for a total of 45 trade unions in Malta.
- DIER is working on removing 5 trade unions and 2 employer associations from the register.
At Sciberras Advocates, we are committed to providing expert guidance and support in all aspects of employment law, from drafting contracts to resolving disputes and managing terminations. Our services extend to employers and employees alike.
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Статья написана г-жой Шарлин Сциберрас, бакалавром гуманитарных наук (с отличием), приглашенным автором, специалистом по маркетингу и бизнес-администрированию с особым упором на корпоративные, бухгалтерские и юридические вопросы.
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