GWU: Budget looks after vulnerable people

The General Workers’ Union (GWU) said the Budget reflects the country’s economic growth and welcomed the distribution of wealth which targeted the most vulnerable people in society and the middle class.

The union said the Budget will put more money in people’s pockets and reaches the aspirations of Maltese society.

Welcoming the increase of low pensions, the union said this would help thousands of pensioners exit poverty. 

The GWU added that government’s commitment to eliminate precarious employment was commendable as are the measures to reduce the tax burden on those who have above-average income.

The GWU also welcomed the 15% income tax rate for police officers doing extra-duties.  

The union urged government to incentivise the manufacturing sector and other sectors with added value in future budgets.