Malta

Fondazzjoni Sokkors warns against jumping to conclusions about a decline in suicide cases – The Headlines: L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont speaks to Fondazzjoni Sokkors founder Dr Mark Xuereb who warned against jumping to conclusions about a decline in suicide cases. Xuereb said that trends take 10 to 15 years…

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Pregnant woman saved by Armed Forces from a migrant ship gives birth at MDH – The Headlines: The Times

The Times also covers the story and says that Visit Malta promotion will feature at the club’s Old Trafford stadium and on its online channels. The club’s Director of Partnerships…

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MTA signs a three-year partnership agreement with Manchester United – The Headlines: The Independent

The Independent leads with the announcement that the Malta Tourism Authority signed a three-year partnership agreement with English football club Manchester United. Minister Konrad Mizzi said Malta aims to become…

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Baby born in Malta after AFM dramatic rescue from the Ocean Viking named ‘Goodluck’

A heavily pregnant woman who was rescued from sea in a dramatic airlift from a migrant ship has given birth to a baby boy named ‘Goodluck’. An Armed Forces of…

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Malta is registering progress in the cure of cancer in adults – The Headlines: L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont publishes an interview with Puttinu Cares Foundation president Dr Victor Calvagna who said that Malta is registering progress in the cure of cancer in adults. The paper says that…

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Malta has highest percentage in EU of people concerned about climate change – The Headlines: The Independent

The Independent reports on a Eurobarometer survey showing that 92 percent of people in Malta are ‘very concerned’ about climate change – the highest percentage in the EU. The rate…

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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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Council of Europe urges Malta to step up its efforts to investigate and prosecute money laundering

In a report published today, the Council of Europe’s anti-money laundering body MONEYVAL calls on the Maltese authorities to strengthen their practical application of their measures to combat money laundering…

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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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Societal Wellbeing is a shared responsibility – Malta2030

In line with Corporate ID Group' mission to empower, enable and foster meaningful communications and communities, today we had the privilege to brief H.E. President of Malta George Vella our…

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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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Malta’s alcohol prices are the 11th highest in Europe

Finland has been ranked as the EU country with the costliest alcohol prices. Newly released data from Eurostat put Finland at the top of a special price index, with Bulgaria…

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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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Corporate Dispatch Malta Newspaper Review

Good morning, These are the headlines from Malta’s Newspapers: The Independent publishes a study indicating that the population in Malta increased by more than 18 percent since the last census…

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Malta: Second life lost in less than 24 hours after man drowned near Manoel Island

A 26-year old man has been found dead near Manoel Island on Sunday afternoon. The corpse of the Indian man was found at around 1.40 pm. This is the second…

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Malta : Budget date set for October 14th

Malta' s Prime Minister Joseph Muscat announced that the budget for 2020 will be announced on October 14th. The Prime Minister was speaking during a radio interview on One Radio.…

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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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Malta’s sea claims another life

A dead man’s body was found off Malta’s western coast early on Sunday morning, following an Armed Forces of Malta helicopter search that began on Saturday. The body is believed…

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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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Corporate Dispatch Malta Newspaper Review

Good morning, These are the main stories on Malta's newspaper front pages. Laws designed to be faulty, is the theme of the leading story of The Sunday Times of Malta. The…

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“Enough is enough” protest against construction and development excesses in Malta

Around three thousand people showed up for the protest, which was backed by roughly 70 different civil society groups. Organised by Moviment Graffitti, Friends of the Earth Malta, GreenHouse, Merill…

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Maltese EU commissioner-elect Dalli earmarked for justice portfolio – Maltatoday

Helena Dalli, the Maltese commissioner-elect for the Von der Leyer executive in Brussels, will face the political test of her lifetime: the former equalities minister has been nominated for the…

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McDonald’s to treat blood donor heroes at McCafe on September 12

According to the American Red Cross, somebody somewhere needs blood every two seconds for emergencies and surgery for patients suffering from chronic illness, traumatic injury, cancer treatments, and other scenarios.…

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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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EU countries lost €137 billion in VAT revenues in 2017, Malta registers large decrease in VAT losses

EU countries lost €137 billion in Value-Added Tax (VAT) revenues in 2017 according to a study released by the European Commission today. The so-called 'VAT Gap' - or the overall…

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Advocacy For Legacy Signs First Milestone Agreements to Empower Children

Advocacy For Legacy (A4L) is financing extracurricular activities for children at Fra Diegu home as part of a wide-ranging agreement with Fondazzjoni Sebħ. Fondazzjoni Sebħ empowers children and victims of…

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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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