The signing of a unanimous agreement in the Valencian Courts is a rare possibility. However, there are occasional exceptions, and today there was one of them. Parliamentary groups will unanimously approve the opinion of the special working commission on improving the competitiveness of the footwear industry, which has special roots in Alicante, to contribute to the survival of an industry that is at a “critical point”. consequences of the pandemic and the war in ukraine. The view discussed this Wednesday will continue after eight sessions between March and June. Both government groups Botanical (PSPV-Compromis-Unides Podem) opposition (PP, Cs and Vox) have shown their support for these measures to help the future of Valencia shoes. Voting will take place at the second plenary session this Thursday.
The opinion includes suggestions such as increasing border controls on imported shoes in order to prevent the entry of products under unfair competition conditions, and continuous promotion of the brand. Made in Spain or organize The industry’s largest international showcase at the Alicante Trade Fair Authority (IF ONE).
In particular, it is recommended in relation to business models. “real” training plans To try to eliminate working at home, hand in hand with prestigious campaigns with the support of public administrations, specifically for young people aged 16-18, in order to cover the generational change in the industry.
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Other suggestions are to develop dual Vocational Training (FP) related to footwear, separate it from the textile family, promote the development of technological innovation centers in the industry, increase both wages and compromise policies to retain talent or examine the viability of the business. 32 hour working days.
It is also recommended to promote cooperatives and cooperation between large companies and SMEs and micro-SMEs, as well as redefining the scope of calls for help and arranging procedures for the implementation of calls for help. national reference center for footwear andAt IES Sixto Marco in Elche.
In terms of internationalization, there are measures such as promoting agreements with European shoe clusters, establishing a calendar for free trade agreements in Europe, or establishing a communication channel with the port of Valencia to examine the improvement of sea freight costs.
Regarding sustainability, it is recommended to value materials such as esparto grass, to promote social tourism routes linked to shoe production, to create a sustainable kit for companies in the industry, or to accelerate renewable resources in factories.
Source: Informacion
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