Greek Min. of State: The 4 conditions for improving the labor market

The Minister of State and government representative Akis Skertsos on the occasion of the celebration of May Day and after wishing “a good Labor Day to all” referred in his post to the 4 things required for the improvement in the labor market.

• Strong economic growth with fewer taxes on labor and capital bringing more and better new investment along with higher disposable income for workers.
• Modern digital tools and control mechanisms to effectively detect employer arbitrariness and to protect workers in practice.
• Modern education system together with massive training and retraining programs for workers and the unemployed to acquire new skills compatible with the needs of the labor market.
• A new welfare state that relies more on services for young working parents – men and women – along with smart policies that turn unemployment benefits into work incentives.

“We have been implementing this policy for 4 years and I dare say that it has already brought significant results,” he underscored.