Hot Malta readers, brace yourselves for a potential shake-up in our work culture. The proposal for a four-day work week has stirred the pot among local hoteliers and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). As a nation deeply rooted in community and family values, the thought of changing our workweek is not just a business matter—it’s…
— ### Greece to Approve 13-Hour Workday: What Does it Mean for Malta? In a surprising move that has sent ripples across the European Union, Greece is set to approve a 13-hour workday. This controversial legislation has sparked intense debate, not just in Greece but also among its European neighbors. From a Malta perspective, the…
**Malta Chamber: Four-day Work Week Would Hurt Malta’s ‘Low Productivity’ Economy** In a recent statement that has sparked widespread debate across the Maltese business community, the Malta Chamber of Commerce, Enterprise, and Industry has warned that implementing a four-day work week could significantly harm Malta’s already struggling productivity levels. The chamber’s stance has been met…
**Modern Life in Malta: The Impatient Era** In Malta, a country rich with history and culture, the pace of life has always been a blend of tradition and modernity. However, recent years have seen a significant shift towards a more fast-paced lifestyle, where patience seems to be a dying virtue. The hustle and bustle of…
**Employers Slam Alex Borg’s Four-Day Week Proposal as ‘Unrealistic Populist Move’** Maltese employers have voiced their disapproval of Alex Borg’s recent proposal to implement a four-day workweek, labeling it an “unrealistic populist proposal.” The suggestion has sparked a heated debate within the business community, with many questioning the feasibility and practicality of such a significant…
**PN Leader Revives Call for Four-Day Week Pilot in Public Sector: A Leap Towards Modern Work-Life Balance** Malta’s political landscape is abuzz once again as the PN leader has reignited discussions on implementing a four-day workweek pilot in the public sector. This proposal, previously debated, is now back on the table, sparking a flurry of…
**PN Leader Revives Call for Four-Day Work Week Pilot in Public Sector: A Step Towards a Balanced Life in Malta** Malta’s political landscape is abuzz once again as the PN (Nationalist Party) leader has reignited the debate on work-life balance by proposing a pilot program for a four-day work week in the public sector. This…
# Are We Getting Family Priorities Wrong? A Maltese Perspective In the heart of the Mediterranean, Malta stands as a beacon of rich cultural heritage and strong family values. Family structures in Malta are often seen as a cornerstone of the nation’s identity, with generations living closely together and traditional roles deeply ingrained. However, as…
**The 50-Hour Work Week: A Closer Look at Malta’s Long Hours Culture** In recent years, Malta has experienced a surge in economic growth and development, positioning itself as a thriving hub for business and innovation. However, a new study has shed light on a less-discussed aspect of this success story: the increasing number of hours…
**Don’t turn family leave into a bidding war, businesses tell politicians** *By Hot Malta Staff* Valletta – Maltese employers are pleading with MPs to stop treating parental leave like an auction, warning that competing electoral promises risk piling unsustainable costs on already-stretched island firms. The plea comes after both major parties floated rival extensions to…
Floriana’s Independence Arena was already humming by 06:30 this morning as Prime Minister Roberta Pace took to the dais for the first of three back-to-back announcements that will shape Malta’s autumn. With the Knights’ banners overhead still flapping from last night’s village festa fireworks, Pace unveiled a €42 million “Green Roofs Initiative” that will subsidise…
