On the occasion of this year’s Labor Day, Councilor Luigi Bertschy, responsible for economic development, training and work, transport and sustainable mobility, shared a series of significant considerations that reflect the importance and complexity of the current working landscape in Valle d’Aosta.
May 1, 2024 is not only a day of celebration, but also a moment of reflection on the challenges and opportunities that characterize the world of work in our region. Bertschy highlights the imminent adoption of a new regional law for the reorganization of employment services and professional training, together with a new employment policy plan, fundamental documents that outline the regulatory framework and strategy for the coming years.
Among the challenges faced in the current context, the growing complexity of the labor market stands out. If on the one hand the data on employment in Valle d’Aosta are encouraging, on the other hand the demographic crisis and the qualification and retraining difficulties for some sections of the population are highlighted, which fuel a gap between the skills required by companies and those owned by workers. Furthermore, the Councilor underlines the importance of guaranteeing fair and adequate remuneration, addressing the issue through contribution relief and an increase in wages.
A key point in Bertschy’s speech concerns the attention paid to young people. It is essential to adopt targeted measures to preserve and enhance the potential of young workers, allowing them to build a solid and promising future. Furthermore, safety in the workplace remains a priority, with the need to promote a culture of prevention from the early stages of training.
Recalling the importance of the Alliance for Quality Work in the Valle d’Aosta Region, launched in 2023, Bertschy underlines the need for a joint commitment of all interested parties – institutions, schools and training institutes, trade unions, businesses and third parties sector – to adapt to change and create an inclusive and high-quality working environment for all citizens.
In conclusion, Councilor Bertschy wishes everyone a Happy First May, underlining the importance of celebrating this day not only as a holiday, but also as an opportunity to reflect on the challenges and opportunities that characterize the world of work in Valle d’Aosta .
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