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Malta: Prime Minister discusses budget measures with union representatives

L-Orizzont reports on a meeting between the Prime Minister and a delegation from the General Workers’ Union ahead of the Budget. Union secretary-general Josef Bugeja said that social dialogue is…

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Malta: PN launches proposals for oncology care

In-Nazzjon covers a series of proposals for oncology care announced by PN Leader Bernard Grech. The party wants to update the formulary to cover more and newer medicines in the…

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Malta: Dozens of primary classrooms without teachers

The Times says that the union of teachers filed a trade dispute with the education ministry after non-classroom teachers have been transferred to classrooms due to a shortage of teachers.…

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Malta: Start-up builder setting up locally

Business Today reports that an Israeli start-up platform is set to start operations in Malta in the next months in a project supported by Malta Enterprise. Venture Rocket specialises in…

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Malta: Bernard Grech says accountants should have a seat at the table

In-Nazzjon covers an address by PN Leader Bernard Grech at a conference on sustainable finance held by the Malta Institute of Accountants. He said that professionals should be included in…

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Malta: Education Minister says facemask decision follows advice by health authorities

The Independent asks Education Minister Justyne Caruana whether schools can expect any changes in Covid-19 protocols. The minister said that the requirement to wear facemasks will remain in place until…

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Malta: Għargħur residents raise alarm over development proposal

The Times says that residents in Għargħur are objecting to a high-rise project just outside the town’s urban conservation area. The Superintendence of Cultural Heritage and several NGOs have joined…

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Malta: Police arrest international pickpockets

L-Orizzont reports that three men were arrested by the police for a series of pickpocketing. The men, all Romanian nationals, were operating an international crime ring targeting cities with high…

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Malta: Responsible Gaming Foundation head outlines mission

The Malta Business Weekly carries an interview with the General Manager of the Responsible Gaming Foundation, Kevin O’Neill who spoke about the need to detect problems associated with excessive gambling…

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Malta: 19 countries added to Malta’s quarantine-free travel list

Nineteen countries have been added to Malta's so-called travel red list. Travellers from red list countries can enter Malta without quarantine, provided they possess a recognised vaccine certificate. Source Times…

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Malta: Maltese architects propose aggressive afforestation plan for Malta

A group of local architects and engineers have released an afforestation proposal for the Maltese islands, proposal, outlining the concept of planting of indigenous trees in a series of designated…

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Malta: Court orders phone-tapping reference expunged from evidence in Degiorgio trial

The Criminal Court of Appeal has partially upheld a request to expunge references made to phone-tapping by Police Superintendent Keith Arnaud when he testified before the Court of Magistrates in…

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Malta: Three Romanians remanded in custody after being charged with pickpocketing charges on buses

The Police have managed to break another organised crime ring of foreign nationals who were carrying out pickpocketing in Malta. The Police arrested three Romanians in connection with this case:…

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Malta: State commemorates Independence Day

In-Nazzjon reports on the official celebrations of Independence Day, marking the 57th anniversary on Tuesday. State authorities laid wreaths at the foot of the Independence monument in Floriana. Another story…

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Malta: Archbishop warns about culture of greed

L-Orizzont quotes Archbishop Charles Scicluna that Malta is suffering from ‘a disease of greed’. He was delivering his homily in the state service at St John’s Co-Cathedral on the occasion…

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Malta: Government considering 10-year plan to transform residential waste collection

The Times reports that the government is studying a proposal by the Local Councils’ Association to stop door-to-door waste collection and introduce a drop-off point system instead. This change would…

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Malta: PN discussing electoral district for former leader

The Independent says that the PN is considering the best electoral districts for Adrian Delia to contest. Sources told the newspaper that the former party leader may contest the 7th…

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Malta: Gozo tunnel bidders file objections

Malta Today says that two bidders for the Gozo tunnel filed objections after authorities shortlisted one competing consortium. One bidder said the selection process did not adhere to its own…

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Malta: PN Leader calls for radical change

The Independent covers a speech by PN Leader Bernard Grech on the eve of Independence Day. He said that the country is locked in a struggle for transformation, but radical…

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Malta: Robert Abela says PL ready to govern for years to come – L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont reports on a PL political rally on Monday addressed by Prime Minister Robert Abela. He described the party as the only political force capable of renewing the country in…

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Malta: Bernard Grech addresses Independence Day event

In-Nazzjon features parts of a speech by PN Leader Bernard Grech during the Independence Day celebration in Floriana on Monday. He urged the public to unite as fellow Maltese and…

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Malta: Prime Minister hints at plans for metro project

The Times leads with an announcement by the Prime Minister that the government wants to start a national discussion about a metro system in Malta. He said that the country…

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Malta: Italian court papers expose Italy-Malta drug ring

Drug runners used secret compartments hidden in cars to smuggle cocaine into Malta via a local ferry company, according to Italian court documents. Italy’s finance police on Tuesday busted an international…

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Malta: School receptionist accused of sexually harassing security staff

A school receptionist has been arraigned on charges of sexually harassing three members of security staff stationed on school premises. Joseph Borg, 61, of Marsaskala, was shaking in the dock as…

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Malta: Government to buy properties rented out to band clubs

Property which is rented out to band clubs from private owners will be bought by the government. This will be done in order to avoid a situation which may lead…

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Malta: President inaugurates memorial dedicated to health care professionals

The President of Malta George Vella has inaugurated a memorial dedicated to health care professionals at San Anton gardens. The memorial was restored since it had sustained a lot of…

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Malta: PN Leader criticises Labour Party’s methods

In-Nazzjon follows an interview with PN Leader Bernard Grech by One News reporter Colin Deguara on Sunday. Grech criticised the Labour Party’s tactics and said the party knows the price…

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Malta: Plans to extend pharmacy opening hours on Sundays

L-Orizzont quotes Health Minister Chris Fearne that the government is conducting a consultation to keep pharmacies on the Sunday roster open all day, not just in the morning. He said…

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Surge in Covid-19 infections among the elderly

The Times reports that the rate of Covid-19 infections among elderly people stood at 235 per 100,000 in the last 14 days, rising higher than that in younger age groups…

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Malta: Local Councils want to end door-to-door waste collection

The Independent says that the local councils’ association is proposing a gradual shift to point-based waste collection. Association president Mario Fava said that the current system of door-to-door collection creates…

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Malta: PN hints at education reform proposals

Il-Mument quotes PN Leader Bernard Grech that the party is soon launching proposals for the education sector. Grech said the policies include a reform of the salaries and conditions for…

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Malta: Father of suicidal inmate to initiate legal procedures

The Sunday Times says that the father of a woman who died after attempting suicide in her prison cell is expected to take legal steps against Corradino Correctional Facilities. Martin…

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Malta: Roads agency awarded over €40 million in direct orders in 30 months

The Independent on Sunday says that Infrastructure Malta has awarded nearly €42 million in direct orders in two and a half years. A spokesperson for the agency said direct orders…

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Malta: Robert Abela opens 20-point lead in trust ratings

It-Torċa publishes survey results showing that the Prime Minister enjoys a trust rating of 52 per cent, 20 percentage points more than the Opposition Leader. Robert Abela gained 1.2 points…

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Malta: Dramatic decline in lampuki catches this season

Malta Today says that lampuki catches have fallen drastically this year, raising prices per kilogram by almost a third. A fisherman said the industry normally delivers more than 1,000 crates…

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Malta: Nearly all young adults feel there is too much development

Illum publishes survey results showing that 85 per cent of people believe that there is too much development going on. The sentiment was shared among all age groups, but it…

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Malta: Top unionist says policy should seek careers not jobs

L-Orizzont follows a speech by General Workers Union secretary-general Josef Bugeja who urged policymakers to focus on the creation of careers, rather than jobs. Bugeja said that the pandemic has…

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Malta: Prime Minister says PL ready to mend ways

The Independent quotes Prime Minister Robert Abela that the Labour Party will address mistakes made in the last years. Speaking at a PL event on Friday, Abela said that the…

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Malta: PN announces national conference on the environment

In-Nazzjon says that the PN will hold a national conference on the environment on September 29. Party leader Bernard Grech said that environmental issues must be at the top of…

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Malta: Keith Schembri’s wife charged with money laundering

The Times reports that businesswoman Josette Schembri Vella has been charged with money laundering offences arising from transactions between 2008 and 2020. The 45-year-old is the wife of former chief…

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Malta: PN proposes changes to VAT exemption rules for businesses

In-Nazzjon quotes PN Leader Bernard Grech that a Nationalist government would raise the VAT exemption ceiling to €60,000. Grech said that thousands of businesses are exceeding the current €30,000 limit…

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Malta: Government to issue tax refund cheques

L-Orizzont says that the public will start receiving cheques from today as part of a tax refund scheme. Announcing the exercise, the Prime Minister said that more than 250,000 people…

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Malta: Inmate who attempted suicide had broken ribs

The Times speaks with the father of the 29-year-old inmate who died in July after attempting suicide in her cell. He said that the young woman suffered abuse and bullying…

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Malta: EU Commission chief calls for end to passport programme

The Independent quotes the President of the EU Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, that Malta’s passport-selling scheme must be scrapped. She raised concerns about the effects on other EU members…

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Malta: More than nine in ten persons fully vaccinated

L-Orizzont says that 91 per cent of the eligible population is fully vaccinated against Covid-19 as a programme for booster jabs is underway in nursing homes. Health Minister Chris Fearne…

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Malta: Visit by Pope Francis expected in first week of December

In-Nazzjon says that Pope Francis is expected to visit Malta on December 4 and 5, following a two-day trip to Cyprus. The church in Malta has not yet confirmed the…

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Malta: Restaurants can relax rules on certain conditions

The Times quotes Health Minister Chris Fearne that catering establishments will be allowed to relax certain Covid-19 restrictions such as opening hours and distance between tables if they limit the…

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Malta: Public Life Commissioner sets out two-year plan

The Independent says that the Commissioner for Standards in Public Life launched a two-year project to raise the quality of administration. The initiative includes reviewing the code of ethics for…

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Malta: Internet speeds among world’s top performers

Business Today quotes an international study that places broadband speed in Malta as the 21st-fastest in the world, ahead of other EU members such as Germany and Italy. Jersey ranks…

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Malta: Maritime sector urges exploration of untapped potential

The Malta Business Weekly speaks with the CEO of the Malta Maritime Forum, Kevin J. Borg, who said that the sector is not given enough attention by policymakers. The body…

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Malta: Budget to give priority to the environment and pensioners

L-Orizzont leads with the opening of the pre-budget consultation period by the government. Speaking at the launch, Finance Minister Clyde Caruana said that the 2022 Budget prioritises the environment and…

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Malta: At least €120 million lost to VAT evasion every year

The Times says that the government plans to target tax evaders in the upcoming budget. Conservative estimates by the Finance Ministry calculate that the country loses between €120 and €150…

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Malta: PN pledges parliamentary scrutiny on ODZ applications

In-Nazzjon quotes PN Leader Bernard Grech promising to introduce laws requiring a two-thirds majority in parliament before any development of ODZ land is approved. The party said that the environment…

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Malta: Transport Minister says PL holds firm on Gozo tunnel

The Independent asks Transport Minister Ian Borg whether he would consider a referendum on the proposed Gozo-Malta tunnel. He said that the PL stands by its promise to develop the…

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Malta: New quarantine requirements to be unveiled today

Malta Today says that changes to travel restrictions and quarantine requirements are expected to be announced today. Health Minister Chris Fearne said that the current regime has been reviewed in…

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Malta: Public approval of Covid-19 management eclipses EU average

L-Orizzont quotes the latest Eurobarometer survey findings showing that 69 per cent of people in Malta approve of the Covid-19 measures adopted by the government. The average rate in the…

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Malta: PN pledges free cancer treatment in EU hospitals

In-Nazzjon quotes PN Leader Bernard Grech that new a new government led by him would fund all cancer treatment given at EU hospitals outside of Malta. Grech said that patients…

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