​There were 922 people registering for employment in August, 520 fewer than in the same month in 2021, the National Statistics Office said.

News on the coronavirus (COVID-19) keeps gaining momentum and so do employment law questions about the virus. This article provides some guidance for employers in Malta

Among the 28 EU member states, Malta recorded the highest increase in employment when compared to the previous quarter. In the fourth quarter of 2017, employment increased ....

The Minister for Social Dialogue, Consumer Affairs and Civil Liberties has recently released two Orders relating to the national minimum wage and also with respect to the cost of living increase.

According to the EU Legislation, a posted worker is a person who, on behalf of the employer, is sent for a limited period of time to carry out his/her work in the territory of an EU Member State other than the State in which s/he normally works.

The Government has announced the introduction of the Specialist Employee Initiative (SEI). This is a route which is applicable to those highly specialised...

It is without a doubt that the bespoke 4-day workweek model is appealing to the employee. Who would say no to an extra day off, to do just about, anything?

The euphoria surrounding 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil has gripped countries all over Latin America and around the world.

By virtue of Legal Notice 201 of 2022, entitled the Work-Life Balance for Parents and Carers Regulations (the "Legal Notice"), published on 12 July 2022,...

The Malta Chamber of Commerce, Enterprise and Industry has signed a bronze collaboration alliance with Ganado Advocates.

Malta is entering a new chapter in its approach to labour migration. On 1 August 2025, the first set of measures under the newly issued Malta Labour Migration Policy will come into effect, reshaping how foreign nationals...

In the article entitled "Planning for redundancies – A legal perspective" Dr Maria Tabone, Senior Business and Corporate Advisor looked at the minimum obligations on the part ...

In the field of employment, there subsists a common misconception that a prospective employer enjoys absolute freedom and discretion in choice of candidates and ultimately, employees.

The hospitality and tourism industry calls for no less of a need for a superior workforce, especially on small island which is predominantly Tourism driven.

The unpredictability of COVID-19 has put many business owners and employees on edge. Notwithstanding the financial aid which has been made available to employers and employees in hopes...

Therefore, the Court has condemned the bank to pay €603,000 in damages to heirs of late employee.

Self-employment in Malta is regulated by the general laws on trade and commerce but does not enjoy any protection from employment laws.

You are at the top of your organisation – how do you know you are doing a good job as a leader?

Malta's proposed Bill No. 166 seeks to transform workplace protections by implementing the ILO's Violence and Harassment Convention, 2019. The legislation expands coverage beyond traditional employees to include jobseekers, volunteers, and interns, while redefining work environments to encompass digital spaces, commutes, and work-related social activities. Will these sweeping reforms set a new standard for workplace dignity and safety in Malta?

The Maltese Government has recently issued the ‘Posting of Workers in Malta (Amendment) Regulations, 2020' which is scheduled to come into force on the 30th of July 2020.