Introduction [Centre for Labour Studies : Biennial Report : 2019-2020]

Abstract

In spite of the constraints imposed by the ongoing coronavirus pandemic regarding public gatherings, an event was held at the Valletta Campus of the University of Malta on February 24, 2021, to celebrate both the CLS’ 40th year milestone; as well as the 80th birthday of Prof. Edward L. Zammit, founding Director of the CLS. His inspiration has galvanised the CLS staff to produce a scholarly book also in his honour. But: that will be featured in a future Biennial Report. Meanwhile, the research output of the CLS continues to impress: it is enough to mention the regular submissions on local industrial and labour relations to the European Foundation for Living and Working Conditions. These inform policy makers at the European Commission of the state of play of work related matters in the Maltese Islands.