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The February edition presents comprehensive insights into the most recent advancements in employment law, guidelines, case law, and collective agreements across 24 European countries.

Chetcuti Cauchi donated a number of Books from the series “Karamellu Tar-Rahal T’isfel” to Siggiewi Primary School.

The Maltese Passport has been ranked among the world’s most powerful passports in the latest Passport Index. This means that the Maltese passport has moved up three places from last year’s index, climbing from eight to fifth place.

Chetcuti Cauchi is pleased to announce the nomination of our managing partner, Dr. Jean-Philippe Chetcuti, within the Top 25 Global Migration Attorneys ranking. Jean Philippe Chetcuti was ranked among the Top 25 Immigration Lawyers globally, the first Maltese lawyer to receive this recognition. JP Chetcuti is recognised for his extensive experience in Maltese immigration law, citizenship by investment and residence programmes.

Chetcuti Cauchi is pleased to announce the nomination of our managing partner, Dr. Jean-Philippe Chetcuti, within the Top 25 Global Migration Attorneys ranking. Jean Philippe Chetcuti was ranked among the Top 25 Immigration Lawyers globally, the first Maltese lawyer to receive this recognition. JP Chetcuti is recognised for his extensive experience in Maltese immigration law, citizenship by investment and residence programmes.

The new Employment Agencies Regulations shall come into force on the 1st of April 2024, establishing a requirement for employment agencies to hold a license to carry out their activities. The Regulations outline the prerequisites which such agency should meet in order to be able to apply for such license, the licensing process and the potential repercussions or grounds for refusal or revocation of an employment agency license.

Public Holidays falling on the Weekend to be added to Employees’ Malta Annual Leave Entitlement. The basic Malta annual leave entitlement for whole-time employees remains that of 192 hours annually. 

At the Firm's Annual Christmas Dinner, senior partner Dr Priscilla Mifsud-Parker proudly announced Steve Muscat Azzopardi's promotion to Director, Corporate and Trust Services.

Nomad Residence Permit holders benefit from an income tax exemption in the first 12 months of residence, and reduced income tax rate of 10% thereafter.

Within the Andersen European Employment and Labour Law team is Senior Associate Dr. Luana Cuschieri. She has written the Malta section, delving into subjects such as vacation pay and bonuses, working hours, and flexible work schedules.