Demande directe (CEACR) - adoptée 2001, publiée 90ème session CIT (2002)

Articles 1 and 2 of the Convention. The Committee notes the information contained in the report. The report indicates that unemployment remains highest among youth, those without qualifications or experience, and the long-term unemployed. In 1997, there were approximately 14,000 jobseekers, of which approximately 4,700 were placed (approximately 33 per cent). For 1998, the figures were 17,000 and 5,800, respectively (approximately 34 per cent). Links with employers are being strengthened to encourage registration of vacancies. Internship programmes have been set up for youth and people with disabilities, and subsidized jobs are available for others who are difficult to place. In 1998, there were about 5,500 interns and 800 people placed in subsidized jobs. Furthermore, the Committee notes with interest that training providers are required to place participants in employment within three to six months or risk non-renewal of their contracts with the Government. Training was provided for about 600 people in 1998, with the aim of improving the skills available in the labour market. Certification is also being developed and a comparative study of forms of training provided has been undertaken. The Committee would appreciate being kept informed of the impact of these various measures to promote full employment. It would also appreciate further information on the manner in which employment policy is formulated within the framework of a coordinated economic and social policy.

Article 3. Please provide further information on the manner in which consultations are held with those affected by employment policies.