Social partners and the heads of all three political parties signed a declaration of intent towards pursuing active labour market policies. The trade unions had agreed to meet among themselves prior to meetings to try and reach a common position. The so-called Jobs+ consensus would lead to the Malta Council for Economic and Social Development ‘coming of age’. The Council adopts a more pro-active policy role, approaching the government with proposals rather than acting as a sounding board.
English: http://www.timesofmalta.com/articles/view/20130122/local/social-partners ...
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