Hoti said institutions, unions and employers must co-operate to find solutions to issues affecting workers and the labour market.

He made it known that the change and completion of the Labour Law, scheduled for November 2017, was included in the legislative programme for 2026,2027. He also stressed the importance of legal changes for the Labour Inspectorate and security and health in the workplace.

The minister announced that the draft law on changing and completing the Law for the Economic-Social Council is in preparation, with the aim of being sent to Government this year, to enable more regular consultation between Government, trade unions and employers’ organisations.

Another issue addressed was the employment of women and young people. Hoti said it will be worked to improve the link between education, professional skills and labour market needs. He also called for the inclusion of social partners in drafting the new competition for Youth scheme after the pilot phase was completed.

Referring to the minimum wage, Hoti stressed that it has grown to 500 gross euros from July 1, 2026, for full – time work. According to him, in addition to the increase in wages, special importance is the application of the Government’s decision and the identification of cases when employers do not respect it.

In the conclusion, the minister estimated that social dialogue should serve to identify problems, review proposals, and determine concrete steps to improve working conditions and protect workers’ rights.

Source Layer: RTKLive