Category Archives: News

Globalisation and OSH: the way we work is changing

The effects of globalisation can be witnessed in so many aspects of our lives, including occupational safety and health (OSH). Firms are facing increasing pressure to remain competitive and, although implementing organisational changes may be necessary, they may result in new risks to workers’ well-being.

President Launches National Trade Union Forum

National Trade Union Forum was launched last week by President Marie- Louise Coleiro Preca. A total of 22 unions, including the Malta Union of Bank Employees – MUBE,  the Office of the President and the Centre for Labour Studies signed the terms of reference. The forum will

The 2014-15 Healthy Workplaces Campaign ‘Manage Stress’

The 2014-15 Healthy Workplaces Campaign ‘Manage Stress’ was officially launched last week with a press conference in Brussels. The campaign wants to draw attention to the importance of tackling stress in the workplace. Using 25 different languages to reach workers, employers and their representatives across

HSBC’S PROPOSALS – NOT ACCEPTED BY UNIONS

MUBE PROPOSES MEDIATION SO AS NOT TO PROLONG ANY FURTHER WITH THE INTENTION OF REACHING AN AMICABLE SETTLEMENT FOR THE SAKE OF ALL STAKEHOLDERS CONCERNED The Malta Union of Bank Employees – MUBE has written to management proposing mediation as a way forward in order

It’s time to switch off! Saturday 29th March 2014

Earth Hour is a global WWF (formerly known as World Wildlife Fund) climate change initiative. It is an event that aims to create awareness of people taking responsibility towards a sustainable future by turning the lights off. Millions of people turn off their lights for

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