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The Generalitat will promote a technological project to speed up the processing of construction licenses and environmental authorizations. The Government has launched a system based on BIM technology (Building Information Modeling), with an investment of close to 3 million euros, which will automate part of the technical checks and reduce processing times for some administrative procedures by up to 50%. The plan is to replace PDF plans and technical reports with three-dimensional (3D) digital models. Albert Tort, Secretary of Telecommunications and Digital Transformation, pointed out during the presentation this Friday that the initiative is a way to “simplify and facilitate…
From August 1st, Dr. Sandra Garbade will head the Federal Institute for Vocational Training as President. The Federal Cabinet decided this today. This will be the first time that a woman will run the facility. Garbade takes over the position from Professor Friedrich Hubert Esser, who headed the BIBB for more than 15 years. Federal Education Minister Karin Prien (CDU) said that with Garbade, an “experienced and proven leader” would take over the management of the federal institute. She has extensive expertise in vocational training policy and many years of experience in management positions. Prien further explained: “Strong vocational training…
The La Bisbal d’Empordà (Baix Empordà) fire, which burns 2,300 hectares and has forced the confinement of some 10,000 people, began with the spark of a radio that quickly ignited the forest that crosses the road that connects La Bisbal with Calonge. The flames have found a real powder keg at the gates of the Costa Brava. The Firefighters describe a particularly dangerous scenario: a forest that had not suffered a major fire for decades, with an enormous accumulation of plant fuel and subjected to extreme behavior due to the combination of north winds and marinade winds.Continue reading
The Turkish government wants to present Ankara in the best light at the NATO summit. Residents are surprised at the road damage that has suddenly been repaired. Taxi drivers want to score points with sweets. Government critics are unwelcome.
A large fire with different sources keeps the Generalitat firefighters in suspense this Friday in a dozen municipalities of Girona. The main focus began this morning in La Bisbal d’Empordà, but different sub-spots have affected neighboring municipalities, the protected area of Les Gavarres and is forcing the confinement of a dozen municipalities on the Costa Brava, such as Platja d’Aro or Calonge. Firefighters estimate that 40,000 people are affected by mobility restrictions, those registered in the area. The objective of the extinguishing teams, of up to 225 people, is to limit the perimeter of the fire, since it is burning…
Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) and the leaders of the coalition have announced a comprehensive reform package. A key point is the abolition of telephone sick leave and the requirement to provide a certificate from the first day of illness. The aim is to reduce, according to Merz, the “exorbitant increase in sick leave in companies”. Collective bargaining agreements or special company regulations should remain possible. This raises specific questions for employers and HR: Which existing regulations apply? What does the resolution mean as long as there is no draft law yet? Is there now a concrete need for action? Our…
The Generalitat has imposed three fines of 30,000 euros on three large holders for non-compliance with the Housing Law, in a further step in the application of the sanctioning regime provided for by the regulations. As sources from the Ministry of Territory, Housing and Ecological Transition explained to Europa Press this Friday, and EL PAÍS has confirmed, there are also three other sanctions whose files are already closed, although those affected have not yet been notified.Continue reading
In April, Pakistan escorted the Iranian delegation through its own airspace after indirect negotiations with the USA – with two dozen fighter jets. The reason: fear for the lives of Abbas Araghchi and Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf.
What does the title “Special Media of the Year” mean to you personally – and what does human resources management stand for in your eyes? In your opinion, what are the ingredients for excellent HR journalism? For me, the award is proof that well-made specialist magazines not only still have a reason to exist, but also offer real added value for their readers. In human resources management, we have been working with passion, curiosity and expertise for many years to illuminate topics from all possible areas and perspectives – through very different channels. One of the most important ingredients, in…
“By 2030, HR will play a central role in shaping collaboration between people and technology, integrating climate and ethical aspects into workforce planning and developing flexible models that are more responsive to the needs of employees,” write the authors of a new white paper from the consulting firm Zalaris. To do this, they have identified nine key points that HR should keep an eye on over the next five years: 1. AI technologies are redefining HR interactions Over the next five years, HR interfaces will evolve from static dashboards and multi-level self-services to conversational, AI-powered solutions. 2. AI does not…