During a visit to the Malta College of Arts, Science and Technology (MCAST) in Raħal Ġdid, Prime Minister Robert Abela highlighted the importance of translating the opportunities available to students into successful experiences.
Accompanied by Education Minister Clifton Grima, he met with students during Freshers’ Week, which welcomed around 8,000 newcomers.
The Prime Minister engaged with students in discussions covering various topics, including new course offerings, vocational education opportunities, and the current state of the collective agreement between lecturers and MCAST management.
He noted that the government intervened earlier this summer to ensure students received the assessments they deserved for their work throughout the year, although this was a temporary solution that needs to be followed by a stable agreement.
Abela emphasised that lecturers should have optimal working conditions, similar to agreements already secured for educators in state and church schools.
He called for continued discussions to reach a robust new agreement beneficial to all parties involved.
Additionally, he interacted with student organisations and the MCAST Student Council during the Freshers’ Week, which features around 150 organisations, including 60 non-governmental groups, promoting the message, “Your success story starts here.”
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