Dutch inspiration for the budget?
In the Netherlands an innovative procedure has been chosen. Instead of saltless compromises there is an exchange of desiderata of each party. Also in our country enough taboos exist to be broken.
Prosperity
Itinera gaat voor een samenleving waar het aangenaam is om te leven, waar frisse, ambitieuze ideeën de kans krijgen uit te groeien tot duurzame ondernemingen, waar onderwijs jongeren klaarstoomt en zin geeft, en waar innovaties transformeren in succesvolle producten in een economie die blijft bloeien.
From unemployment insurance to employment insurance
Marc De Vos proposes to combine reduced unemployment benefits with enhanced investment towards new work, using the budget of current employment plans for tailor-made support for the unemployed.
Ford Genk: let’s avoid bridge pensions !
Marc De Vos calls upon all parties not to let Ford Genk’s workers to go the way of their plant. A modern “social plan” can emphasize new work, with more solidarity among the workers. Bridge pensions are asocial for all concerned.
Reduce vulnerability through strategic industrial policy
After the announcement of Ford to close the factory in Genk, many are left with the feeling of being a victim of high level power games.
European banking union in formation
Cutting the link between the sovereign debt problem and the banking issue should be a priority. A European resolution fund for banks can lead to a breakthrough for the current stalemate. Also European supervision and a deposit insurance system is crucial.
Voice of practice
Remarks and suggestions from people working in the elder care sector
Mapping out the personnel issue in elder care
HRM-policy in the elder care sector is facing huge challenges. Will we have enough care providers to meet the care needs of our elderly in the future? Which bottlenecks do care institutions experience to pursue an adequate personnel policy?
No ideological warfare, but a new consensus, please!
Marc De Vos rejects claims of « Marxism » and « neoliberalism » in the public debate. He warns for ideological polarization because of the crisis. Governments and companies can help and strengthen each other.
GPS for good local governance
Itinera and Deloitte formulated an Attractiveness Barometer for all Flemish cities and municipalities.
