Newspaper Review

PN will not allow the death of agriculture in Malta – The Headlines: In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon also reports on the Moneyval assessment and says that the body of experts cast doubts on the government’s commitment to fight money laundering. The paper quotes from the report that…

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Disruption of surgeries and tests at Mater Dei hospital following strikes ordered by UĦM – Voice of the Workers – The Headlines: The Times

The Times leads with the disruption of surgeries and tests at Mater Dei hospital following strikes ordered by UĦM – Voice of the Workers. The dispute is with another union, MUMN,…

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PN Leader Adrian Delia says the population growth is having a negative impact of quality of life in Malta – The Headlines: In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon quotes PN Leader Adrian Delia's criticism of the government's failure to plan ahead for the effects of population increase. Delia said that the growth in population is having a negative…

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Contenders for Labour Party top job eyeing a post-budget contest – The Headlines: The Independent

The Independent speaks to OPM insiders who said that the Prime Minister has not discussed his resignation with the cabinet. The paper says that would-be leaders are eyeing a post-budget…

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Two new banks expected to set up in Malta by the second quarter of 2020– The Headlines: Business Today

Business Today says that CEOs of gaming companies expressed concerns about rising rentals prices and said that, left unchecked, increases could harm competitiveness. The government assured the sector that it…

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Dubai sheikh to acquire Mistra Village– The Headlines: The Times

The Times says that the former Mistra Village has been officially recognised as a ‘special designated area’ paving the way for a Dubai Sheikh to acquire the complex. The paper says…

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Air Malta pilots’ union say the delayed flight to Palermo a case of ‘mismanagement’ by the airline – The Headlines: The Malta Business Weekly

The Malta Business Weekly says that the Air Malta pilots’ union investigated a recent incident which delayed a flight to Palermo by 17 hours. The association concluded that the delay…

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Plans for the former Paloma Hotel in Buġibba to be converted into tourist accommodation again – The Headlines: L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont reveals plans for the former Paloma Hotel in Buġibba to be converted into tourist accommodation again. The paper says that the property will be transferred from the current Russian…

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Trees in Xlendi bay being pruned ‘carelessly’– The Headlines: In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon also quotes the position of the UPE against foreign supply teachers in schools. The union said that, had the electoral promises in 2013 and 2017 been implemented by the government,…

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Statement by the Union of Professional Educators against plans to import teachers – The Headlines: The Independent

The Independent speaks to a contractor who says that fees for disposal of construction waste have doubled overnight, jumping from €8 per tonne to €15. The contractor said that most…

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Labour Party poll shows that Deputy Prime Minister Chris Fearne has the strongest support to become party leader – The Headlines: The Times

The Times reveals that an internal Labour Party poll showed that Deputy Prime Minister Chris Fearne has the strongest support to become party leader if Joseph Muscat steps down. He is…

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Education Minister Evarist Bartolo urges unions to raise mental health on the employment agenda – The Headlines: L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont speaks to Helena Dalli after her nomination as Equality Commissioner. Dalli expressed her satisfaction and said that she will build on her experience as a minister for the same…

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Helena Dalli nominated as the first European Commissioner for Equality– The Headlines: Malta Today

Malta Today leads with the nomination of Helena Dalli as the first European Commissioner for Equality by EU Commission president Ursula von der Leyen. The new team will now seek…

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More than 30 suicide cases every year in Malta – The Headlines: L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont announces the launch of a new foundation to deal with cases of suicidal risk, today the World Day for Suicide Prevention. Founder Mark Xuereb said that the 30 to…

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Uproar at the Safi Detention Centre – The Headlines: The Malta Independent

The Independent reports unrest at the migrant detention centre in Safi on Monday as several migrants brandished posters demanding ‘freedom’ and ‘justice’. Mattresses were also set on fire in a…

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Santa Luċija tunnels unearth historic remains – The Headlines: The Times of Malta

The Times leads with the discovery of historical remains of varying degrees of value on the site of the tunnel under development in Santa Luċija. Infrastructure Malta said that the ruins…

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PN Leader honours party founders – The Headlines: In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon covers an address by PN Leader Adrian Delia at the launch of a foundation to commemorate Fortunato and Nerik Mizzi. Delia said that the vision of the father and son…

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Budget this year will be presented on the 14th of October – The Headlines: L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont announces that the budget this year will be presented on the 14th of October. Prime Minister Joseph Muscat said that that government will make investment in the environment a…

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Opposition against measure in rental reform that would give landlords the right to inspect property unannounced – The Headlines: The Times

The Times reveals that the. A spokesperson said the policy is ‘draconian’ and the opposition will push against it. The Times carries an interview with doctor and member of the Dar…

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The population in Malta increased by more than 18 percent since the last census in 2011– The Headlines: The Independent

The Independent publishes a study indicating that the population in Malta increased by more than 18 percent since the last census in 2011. There are some 70,000 more people living…

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Take up of Government stock and bonds indicate unprecedented confidence in the Government’s management of the economy – The Headlines: Il-Kullħadd

Il-Kullħadd reports that stronger regulations are being planned to address the issue of human trafficking. These regulations will also cover the temporary worker agencies. Il-Kullħadd also reports that the take up…

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Increase of air traffic to and from Malta – The Headlines: It-Torċa

It-Torċa also reports the about the increase of air traffic to and from Malta, which reached 74%, when compared to 2012. It-Torca reports that the Customs is currently investigating alleged instances…

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Discussions are underway to employ foreign teachers to address the issue of teacher shortage – The Headlines: The Malta Independent on Sunday

The Malta Independent on Sunday reports that ERA land reclamation policy is still in draft stage. The policy, presented to cabinet in May, is also being contextualised in the…

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Chamber of Commerce, the Malta Employers Association and GRTU against reform employers publish the salaries – The Headlines: Illum

Illum quotes Andre Callus, of Graffiti, saying that if no one will stand up to developers, they will bulldoze on us. Illum reports that the Chamber of Commerce, the Malta…

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Environmental clean-up initiative taken by the PN – The Headlines: Il-Mument

Il-Mument leads with a story about an environmental clean-up initiative taken by the PN and led by its leader Adrian Delia. Il-Mument carries a photo story highlighting the 'anger' in…

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Gozitan fishing grounds are being plundered mercilessly by Tunisian fisherman – The Headlines: MaltaToday

MaltaToday leads with a story related to fishing. The exclusive story focuses on the tensions, deemed to be 'war-like' on high seas, against Tunisian fishing poachers, in view of the…

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Protest against the ‘construction anarchy’ – The Headlines: The Sunday Times

The Sunday Times reports that laws designed to be faulty, in a report that focuses on the protest against the 'construction anarchy' and issues related to the environment. The Sunday…

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PN Leader Adrian Delia says elderly must be treated with dignity – The Headlines: In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon reports on the story, too, and says that the mother of eight, originally from Mqabba, was found dead in her Ta’ Giorni apartment with her throat slashed and multiple stab…

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Government stocking up on medicines imported from the UK to prepare for the uncertainties of Brexit – The Headlines: L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont also follows the case and says that Djibril Ganiou pleaded guilty to charges to avoid trial by jury. The 36-year-old from Togo was reported to have had a troubled…

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Minister Ian Borg says that he wants Joseph Muscat to remain leader ‘for many years to come’ – The Headlines: The Times

The Times leads with a 30-year sentence given to a man who admitted to the killing of 41-year-old Caroline Magri in 2016. The accused was also ordered to pay €40,000 in…

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MFSA intends to become financially independent from the government – The Headlines: The Independent

The Independent publishes an interview with MFSA CEO Joseph Cuschieri who said the financial services watchdog intends to become financially independent from the government within five years. The Independent covers…

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Gaming development company Enlabs obtains certification by the Malta Gaming Authority – The Headlines: The Malta Business Weekly

The Malta Business Weekly leads with efforts by the Malta Tourism Authority to double the number of visitors from Korea. The MTA held an event in Seoul in collaboration with…

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€1 million afforestation project in the Rinella area by Infrastructure Malta – The Headlines: L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont covers an address by the Health Minister at an event hosted by the General Workers Union. The Minister said that the government is implementing plans to strengthen primary care…

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Man suspected of having ordered executions on behalf of ISIS had been living in Malta – The Headlines: The Times

The Times publishes research data showing that the population in St Paul’s Bay has now grown to 30,000 – an increase of 56 percent over a decade. Mayor Alfred Grima said…

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6,000 people are at risk of poverty – The Headlines: In-Nazzjon

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Sites collecting construction waste raise their fees for a second time in the space of six months – The Headlines: The Independent

The Independent quotes Developers Association president Sandro Chetcuti who described an ‘alarming’ situation after sites collecting construction waste have raised their fees a second time in the space of six…

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GRTU expresses concern that Italian discounter Eurospin is planning to open in Malta – The Headlines: Business Today

Business Today says that the General Retailers and Traders Union expressed concern at the news that Italian discounter Eurospin is planning a market entry in Malta. The union said that…

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Reform of sex work laws to address human trafficking and black-market sex work – The Headlines: The Times

The Times follows the introduction of the proposals, too, and quotes parliamentary secretary Julia Farrugia Portelli who said that the reform will address human trafficking and black-market sex work in gentleman’s…

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Minister Edward Scicluna says that the economy has momentum but managing success requires proper planning – The Headlines: The Independent

The Independent covers a business breakfast by the Finance Ministry ahead of this year’s budget. Minister Edward Scicluna said that the economy has momentum but managing success requires level-headedness and…

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Hijacker in the 2016 Afriqiyah Airways hijack offered a 10-year sentence if he testifies against the second hijacker – The Headlines: Malta Today

Malta Today reveals that one of the accused hijackers in the Afriqiyah Airways that was diverted to Malta in 2016 was offered a 10-year sentence if he pleads guilty to…

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Photo emerges of a group of young men from Malta making the Nazi salute outside Auschwitz – The Headlines: L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont speaks to the Auschwitz Museum after a photo emerged of a group of young men from Malta making the Nazi salute outside the historic camp. A representative said that…

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PN to publish proposals to strengthen the financial services sector – The Headlines: In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon quotes PN Leader Adrian Delia who said that Malta’s good reputation is at risk because of bad practices by the government. Delia announced that the party will publish proposals to…

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Malta Enterprise annual results registering a total of €170 million in investment in 2018– The Headlines: Kulħadd

Kulħadd reports on the Malta Enterprise annual results registering a total of €170 million in investment in 2018. The paper says the initiatives are expected to create 1,700 new jobs…

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Developers Association president Sandro Chetcuti wants to step down – The Headlines: Illum

Illum publishes an interview with a man who spent time in solitary confinement and is now calling for a more dignified treatment of prisoners. Another story says Developers Association president Sandro…

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Italian discounter Eurospin to open five stores in Malta – The Headlines: Malta Today

Malta Today reveals that Commissioner for Standards in Public Life George Hyzler will seek clarification from individual MPs about their declaration of assets. The decision comes in the wake…

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Workers at a Gozo company warned that they will be dismissed if they join a trade union – The Headlines: It-Torċa

It-Torċa says that workers at a Gozo company have been repeatedly warned by the management that they will be dismissed if they join a trade union. The paper says…

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Management of Corradino Correctional Facilities has ‘lost control’ of the maximum-security division – The Headlines: Il-Mument

Il-Mument says that the management of the Corradino Correctional Facilities has ‘lost control’ of the maximum-security division after fights broke out between different gangs of inmates. Il-Mument says that Miriam…

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Malta-registered boat found in Libya in July used by private contractors for surveillance missions – The Headlines: The Independent on Sunday

The Independent on Sunday publishes an interview with Maria Pisani from Integra Foundation who says that the deliberate eviction of migrants by police amounts to racial profiling and leads to…

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Bank balance of business owned by chief of staff Keith Schembri increased from €50,000 to €850,000 in five years – The Headlines: The Sunday Times

The Sunday Times reports that the declared bank balance of the local business owned by chief of staff Keith Schembri increased from €50,000 to €850,000 in five years. The paper…

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Pre-budget document published – The Headlines: The Malta Independent

The Malta Independent leads with the publication of the pre-budget document by Finance Minister Edward Scicluna. The 2020 budget, to be presented in mid-October, will give priority to healthcare and the…

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PN Leader Adrian Delia says that PN is making plans for a robust and affordable rentals market – The Headlines: In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon covers a meeting between PN Leader Adrian Delia and the Malta Developers Association. Delia said that the party is making plans for a robust and affordable rentals market regulated by…

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OPM refuses to share details of government official Neville Gafa’s employment contract – The Headlines: The Times

The Times quotes the Confederation of Women’s Rights Organisations who warned that infections from unprotected sex at massage parlours can be then transmitted to the clients’ partners and develop into cancer.…

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Malta refuses request by a rescue ship carrying 100 migrants to enter its ports or to receive water and food supplies – The Headlines: Malta Today

Malta Today reveals plans for new roads in the Paceville area, widening the thoroughfares between Coast Road and Pembroke and developing a connection to the St George’s Bay tunnel. The…

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