News Review
Malta: Gozo Tourism Authority proposes airstrip
The Malta Business Weekly carries an interview with the CEO of the Gozo Tourism Authority, Joe Muscat, who said an airlink is…
Malta: MFSA suspends listed company over unpublished reports
Business Today reports that the Financial Services Authority has suspended the listing of Melite Finance’s bonds for 10 days for failing to…
Malta: Pilatus officials expected to be charged imminently
The Times says that the police are drafting arrest warrants for former senior officials at the now-shuttered Pilatus Bank. Sources told the…
Malta: Housing Authority introduces scheme for persons with past health conditions
L-Orizzont reports the launch of a Housing Authority scheme offering bank guarantees to people ineligible for home loans because of past health…
Maltese Editors’ Perspectives
Times of Malta says that education about digital literacy and police action is needed to fight fake news sites. It was speaking…
Malta: Marsa footpaths project to be inaugurated soon
L-Orizzont says that the first pedestrian paths are now complete and will be opened to the public this week. Infrastructure Malta designed…
Malta: PN sets up green policy working group
In-Nazzjon reposts that the PN established a new working group to focus on environmental policy. Headed by electoral candidate Janice Chetcuti, the…
Malta: MCESD proposes trial for four-day working week
The Independent says that social partners have submitted a pre-budget document containing over 200 recommendations. The proposals include introducing a four-day-week pilot…
Malta: Pope may visit Malta in November
Malta Today says that Pope Francis may visit Malta towards the end of November, though no plans are confirmed. Sources told the…
Malta: Pilatus Bank slapped with multimillion fine
The Times reports that the FIAU imposed a €4.9 million fine on Pilatus Bank for systemic neglect of anti-money laundering procedures. A…
Malta: PBS insiders describe atmosphere of suspicion
In-Nazzjon says that employees at the Public Broadcasting Services claimed interference from Castille and mistrust between management and workers. The report says…
Malta: Lifeguards appeal for caution with children at the beach
The Times quotes Robert Brincau from Red Cross Malta warning parents to keep vigilant on the beach. He said that near-drowning incidents…