The anti-democratic behaviour shown by the Malta Employers’ Association in respect of Forum is of great concern. The same can be said for the private company Palumbo Spa in respect of the General Workers’ Union. The two entities do not understand, or refuse to admit, the importance that unions have in society to enhance the concept of industrial democracy.

The attitude shown by MEA in obstructing Forum from joining the Malta Council for Economic and Social Development runs contrary to the democratic principle of more participation and consultation. It would make more sense if the MEA tried to persuade Palumbo Spa to respect the workers’ decision to be represented by a union. Żminijietna – Voice of the Left calls on the government, which is responsible for industrial relations, to intervene in both cases.

The government needs to legislate to include Forum as a social partner in the MCESD and to intervene to safeguard the rights of workers to join a trade union.

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