A collective agreement has been signed between the General Workers Union and the Public Broadcasting Services, which falls within the Ministry for Justice, Culture and Local Government. 

Minister for Justice, Culture and Local Government Owen Bonnici was present for the signing and reiterated the importance of such initiatives. “Through this agreement we are guaranteeing more stability for the PBS’ employees. This fulfils the Station’s aim to acknowledge its human resources by strengthening its employees’ motivation and commitment to accomplish the aims of its operations, whilst also ensuring better quality in its services. This also leads to more competitive and commercial sustainability for the station,” Minister Bonnici said. 

This 5-year agreement will see to the introduction of 8 new grades, which will recognise the necessary competencies of each function. All employees will benefit from better salaries thanks to the new structure, including an increase in increments and an increase in the maximum salary grade which the employees occupy, which guarantees progression.

The shift allowance has been increased by 40%.  The allowance for recognised qualifications has been doubled so that operational and technical competencies are increased, whilst family-friendly measures have been updated according to current laws.

This agreement is valid between 2019 and 2023 and highlights PBS’ national mission and business plan.