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Discrimination & Equality

By Neville Farrugia

Nobody wants to feel left out or treated unfairly at work and everyone deserves a fair shot and a level playing field. Equality in the workplace isn’t just about ticking boxes, it’s about creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to be themselves – and the law does have parameters which guide … Continued

Posting of Workers

By Neville Farrugia

If a Maltese employer posts (sends) workers temporarily to work in another EU country, this will trigger certain mandatory procedural and substantial requirements. Equally if another EU-based employer posts (sends) workers temporarily to work in Malta, domestic rules regulating ‘posted workers’ will apply. Grounded in EU legislation, the rules on the posting of workers have … Continued

Seafarers

By Neville Farrugia

The employment of seafarers under Maltese law is governed by a specialised legal framework that varies depending on the nature, size, and operational scope of the vessel. The Merchant Shipping Act (Chapter 234) is the principal legislation regulating employment on Malta-flagged vessels, while the Employment and Industrial Relations Act (Chapter 452) may apply in certain … Continued