PM Robert Abela visited Junior College on Wednesday, where he met students alongside Deputy Prime Minister Ian Borg and Labour candidates Samantha Pace Gasan and Georvin Bugeja.
During the visit, the Prime Minister discussed several proposals from the Labour Party’s electoral manifesto “Int Malta” aimed at students and young people. Among the measures announced was a further 15% increase in student stipends under a new Labour Government, together with a process to legally recognise work-based learning in Malta.
Robert Abela explained that the proposals are designed to help students strengthen their skills and prepare for the world of work. He also said young people entering employment or launching a start-up would not pay tax on their first €30,000 income during their first three years.
The Prime Minister added that young entrepreneurs setting up start-ups would receive free legal assistance and exemption from Malta Business Registry fees for the first five years.
Other proposals mentioned during the visit included a €1,000 grant for Erasmus students, financial support for Master’s and Doctorate studies, and stronger Youth Volunteer Schemes encouraging voluntary work abroad.
The Labour manifesto also proposes mentorship programmes with local entrepreneurs, €500 annual Individual Learning Accounts for ten years, incentives for alternative transport and a €200 yearly Arts Pass for cultural events.
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