The social security system is aimed towards supporting residents by providing them with financial support as well as maintaining their overall wellbeing and protecting them from poverty. In the Maltese scenario this system is regulated under Chapter 318 of the Laws of Malta. Social security benefits are important in society as they support residents and vulnerable groups from becoming financially deprived. Yet, I personally feel that more monitoring needs to be adopted in order to ensure that such benefits are really going to people who need them rather than to those who do not. The government spends a lot of money in this area and residents contribute to be entitled for certain benefits, so it is important to ensure that the right people are receiving these benefits.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Contributory and Non-Contributory Benefits
- Contributory
- Non-Contributory
- Social Security Coverages in Malta
- Malta compared with other EU Countries
- Implemented Measures aimed at Reducing Dependence on Social Security Benefits
- Other Measures
- Conclusion
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
The main objective of this document is to provide a comprehensive overview of the social security system in Malta, analyzing its structure, benefits, and coverage. The document explores the interplay between contributory and non-contributory benefits, emphasizing the system's role in supporting residents and mitigating poverty.
- Contributory vs. Non-Contributory Benefits: The document delves into the two primary schemes of benefits provided by Malta's social security system, examining their eligibility criteria and areas of allocation.
- Social Security Coverage and Expenditure: The document analyzes the trends in expenditure on social security benefits in Malta, highlighting the growth in contributory benefits and the relatively stable expenditure on non-contributory benefits.
- Comparative Analysis: The document provides a comparative overview of Malta's social security system in relation to other European Union countries, emphasizing potential areas of improvement and highlighting key differences.
- Measures to Reduce Dependence on Social Security Benefits: The document explores various measures implemented in Malta aimed at reducing reliance on social security benefits, focusing on strategies for promoting economic independence and employment.
- Social Security System in Malta: The document provides a detailed examination of the social security system in Malta, focusing on its underlying principles, legislative framework, and its impact on the lives of residents.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
The introduction provides a general overview of the social security system in Malta, highlighting its purpose and key features. It discusses the system's reliance on contributions and redistribution, outlining the categories of residents who are required to pay contributions and those who are exempt.
The chapter on contributory and non-contributory benefits details the two main schemes under which benefits are provided. It elaborates on the criteria for eligibility for each scheme, specifically focusing on the requirement of contributions for contributory benefits and the means-testing process for non-contributory benefits.
The chapter on social security coverage in Malta examines the trends in expenditure on social security benefits over recent years. It showcases the increasing allocation towards contributory benefits, especially those related to old age, while highlighting the relatively stable expenditure on non-contributory benefits.
The chapter on Malta compared with other EU countries provides a comparative analysis of Malta's social security system within the European context. It explores key differences and potential areas of improvement, focusing on the overall structure and effectiveness of the system.
The chapter on implemented measures aimed at reducing dependence on social security benefits delves into specific strategies employed in Malta to promote economic independence and reduce reliance on social security benefits. It examines policies aimed at fostering employment and reducing poverty, analyzing their effectiveness and potential impact on the social security system.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The document focuses on key concepts such as social security, contributory and non-contributory benefits, social security coverage, expenditure, poverty mitigation, comparative analysis, EU social security systems, and measures to reduce dependence on social security benefits.
- Quote paper
- Ms Kimberley Bartolo (Author), 2019, Social and Economic Policy in Malta. A Discussion of the Social Security System in the Maltese Islands, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1031655
