💸 SENIOR EMPLOYMENT TO SAVE THE WORKFORCE
✅ MEA President Joanne Bondin sees an opportunity to embrace the ageing population, as it can lead to a more stable and inclusive labour market.
→ The demographic shift of the workforce is to be addressed by an adaptive approach.
→... Senior employment, or so-called "Silver Jobs", is central to solving skill shortages and promoting sustainability by reducing reliance on foreign labour.
✅ Director General of the MEA, Kevin J. Borg, highlighted the urgency of addressing the ageing population issue, calling for immediate action to develop sustainable solutions.
→ He proposed discouraging early retirement and promoting part-time work options for older employees.
→ He also called for tax incentives and improved workplace ergonomics to support older employees, emphasising the importance of lifelong learning and better workplace conditions.
→ Celia Falzon, CEO of JobsPlus, stressed that the workforce's health should be prioritised from the very start.
→ The discussion also touched on employer responsibilities in supporting older employees and facilitating their transition into retirement.
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https://www.independent.com.mt/articles/2024-10-09/local-news/Promotion-of-silver-jobs-of-paramount-importance-and-may-ease-burden-on-economy-MEA-6736264753