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Malta: Families provided with temporary accommodation after fire damaged apartment

The Housing Authority offered temporary accommodation to the families who live in the block where a fire broke out this morning in an apartment. The case occurred in Triq Melintone…

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Malta: Caruana Galizia public inquiry to go past original deadline

In-Nazzjon says that the Caruana Galizia public inquiry board announced that it will continue to assess the proof presented in the testimonies beyond today’s deadline. The inquiry has heard over…

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Malta: PM inaugurates fibre optic cable to Gozo

L-Orizzont reports on the inauguration of the second fibre optic cable to Gozo by Prime Minister Robert Abela. The paper says the €4 million project will increase connectivity and business…

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Malta: Surgeons raise concerns about industrial actions by nurses

The Times quotes a statement by the association of surgeons warning that industrial actions by nurses will have ‘tragic consequences’ for patients. The union of nurses issued directives reducing the…

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Malta: Keith Schembri says Joseph Muscat knew who 17 Black belonged to

The Independent reports on the Caruana Galizia public inquiry sitting during which Keith Schembri said that he had informed Joseph Muscat who the owner of 17 Black was, but he…

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Malta: Parliamentary committee approves Edward Scicluna as Central Bank governor

The parliamentary public appointments committee on Monday voted to approve the appointment of former finance minister Edward Scicluna as governor of the Central Bank. The Opposition objected to the nomination and called…

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Malta: DB project downscaled to 17 storeys

The DB Group has presented new plans reducing the maximum height of the ITS site project from 31 storeys to 17 storeys. The change comes in the face of strong…

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Malta: University students concerned at hospital’s ‘already stretched resources’

The Kunsill Studenti Universitarji (KSU) and the Malta Medical Students Association (MMSA) have expressed concern that when Barts Medical School reaches full capacity, another 180 students will be added to…

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Malta: Inauguration of second fibre optic cable that links Gozo with the rest of the world

Prime Minister Robert Abela this morning inaugurated the second fibre optic cable which he said will link Gozo with the rest of the world, and will eventually place the island…

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Malta: Economic performance above euro zone average

L-Orizzont quotes Eurostat figures which show that Malta’s economic recovery in the second and third quarter this year was higher than the average in the euro area, and the fifth…

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Malta: Opposition to present amendments to divorce law

In-Nazzjon quotes PN Leader Bernard Grech who said that reforms to the divorce law proposed by the party are directed at the wider implications on children and their parents. Grech…

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Malta: President says that Caruana Galizia investigations are a national priority

The Independent quotes President George Vella in his Republic Day address who said that the primary challenge for Malta was to ensure that justice is served for those behind the…

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Malta: Magisterial inquiry into Pilatus Bank handed to State Prosecutor

The Times reports that a magisterial inquiry into Pilatus Bank has been concluded earlier this month and is now being assessed by the State Prosecutor. The paper says that the…

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Malta: Keith Schembri claims Lands Authority chief has offshore account

The Sunday Times says that former chief of staff Keith Schembri alleged that Lands Authority CEO James Piscopo hid over €600,000 in an offshore account. Sources told the paper that…

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Malta: Opposition disagrees with new appointment of former finance minister

Il-Mument says that the Opposition is against the appointment of former Finance Minister Edward Scicluna as Central Bank Governor, arguing that his track record of inaction is harmful to Malta’s…

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Malta: Customs seize almost €180M in drugs since 2017

Kullħadd reports that the Customs Department has intercepted just under €180 million worth of drugs since 2017. The paper says that the success follows investment in new technology and equipment…

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Malta: Young man forced out of home for wearing pink bag

It-Torċa follows the story of a 20-year-old man who has been forced out of the house by his mother and her partner after going out with a pink bag. His…

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Malta: Public holiday brings boost in sales

Illum speaks to SME Chamber CEO Abigail Mamo who said that the retail sector performed well on the December 8th public holiday, when Christmas shopping traditionally begins in Malta. Mamo…

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Malta: American University registers €11M loss in two years

The Independent on Sunday says that the American University of Malta lost more than €11 million between 2018 and 2019. AUM Provost Professor Narcisa Roxana Mosteanu told the paper that…

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Malta: Pharma company says government breached EU procurement rules

Malta Today reveals a letter by pharmaceutical company Novartis to Prime Minister Robert Abela, accusing the government of flouting EU regulations by ignoring stockpiles by local importers and procuring similar…

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PN announces proposals for National Youth Policy: The Headline – In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon quotes Opposition spokesperson for youth Robert Cutajar who said that young people are an important element in society. The Nationalist Party presented new proposals for the National Youth Policy. …

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Malta: Auditor General points to collusion in Vitals deal

The Independent reports on the testimony of Auditor General Charles Deguara in the Caruana Galizia public inquiry. He said that a probe by the National Audit Office revealed collusion on…

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Malta: Mass discharge of gaming company employees provisionally blocked

L-Orizzont reports that the court has provisionally upheld a warrant of injunction filed by the General Workers Union to stop the sacking of 300 employees by NetEnt. The mass layoffs…

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Malta: Court order tempers nurses’ union directives

The Times says that a judge has blocked planned industrial actions by the union of nurses in cases where they could put patients’ lives at risk. Other directives at Mater…

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Malta: Stay within your own household for Christmas lunch, Gauci urges

People planning a family meal over Christmas should only do so within their own household, the Superintendent of Public health has advised. While there are no restrictions in the country…

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Malta: Patients told stocks of HIV medication ‘have run dry’, MGRM says

The Malta Gay Rights Movement has flagged a shortage of HIV medication, warning that Malta is facing a public health crisis. In a statement on Friday, MGRM said that several…

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Malta: Elderly woman dies after falling down steps in Rabat street

A 77-year-old woman died after falling down some steps. The accident occurred in Vjal il-Ħaddiem, Rabat at about 10.30 a.m. The Police were called out to assist following a report…

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Malta: Lack of cooperation during Vitals investigation – Auditor General

Auditor General Charles Deguara told the Board of the Public Inquiry into the assassination of Daphne Caruana Galizia that his office was not given all the information it required while…

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Malta: Owen Bonnici grilled about new ministry remit

In-Nazzjon says that Minister Owen Bonnici could not explain his new responsibilities when asked by the paper and said he would provide more details about the new ministry for research,…

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Malta: Compilation of evidence against Santa Luċija murder suspect underway

L-Orizzont follows the compilation of evidence against Samir Almiri, accused of killing Victor McKeon in March before fleeing to Morocco. Investigators said that the Libyan used the victim’s credit cards…

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Malta: Lawyers irked by bill on the regulation of the profession

The Independent quotes a statement by the Chamber of Advocates expressing ‘utter dissatisfaction’ with a bill in parliament to amend laws regulating the profession. The Chamber said the proposals do…

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Malta: Yorgen Fenech wants Council of Europe to shut down public inquiry

The Times reports that businessman Yorgen Fenech has written to the Council of Europe requesting the ‘suspension or termination’ of the Caruana Galizia public inquiry, claiming that it breaches his…

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Malta: Action expected against Fenech’s legal team

Police are expected to take action against at least one of the lawyers representing murder suspect Yorgen Fenech, Newsbook.com.mt has learnt. The Office of the Attorney General has advised the police that…

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Malta: More than 30,000 participate in Erasmus+ 2014-2020

Since 2014, an investment of € 55 million in 714 projects has translated into more opportunities for young people and the education sector, and in a stronger and more robust…

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Malta: Yorgen Fenech legal counsel calls for suspension of Caruana Galizia public inquiry

Fenech's public inquiry defence team are criticising the inquiry proceedings for depriving him of any participatory rights or legal representation The legal counsel to Yorgen Fenech has written to the…

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Malta: Girl, 3, and boy, 5, hit by car in Naxxar

Two children were rushed to hospital on Thursday after they were injured in a traffic accident in Naxxar. A three-year-old girl and a five-year old boy were crossing Triq il-Parroċċa…

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Malta: Guesthouses relying on government assistance

Business Today says that guesthouses are counting on the distribution of the vaccine to restart their business next year. Tourism Minister Clayton Bartolo said that the government will keep supporting…

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Malta: Keith Schembri to testify before the public inquiry next week

The Times says that former OPM chief of staff Keith Schembri is to appear before the Caruana Galizia public inquiry on Monday, where he is likely to face questions about…

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Malta: Businesses are crucial for government waste management plan

The Malta Business Weekly publishes an interview with Environment Minister Aaron Farrugia following the launch of a 10-year national waste management programme. The Minister said that the business sector is…

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Malta: Minister shows support for Animal Welfare Commissioner after zookeeper comments

The Independent quotes Animal Rights Minister Anton Refalo who has defended the government’s choice for Animal Welfare Commissioner, Alison Bezzina. The statement follows comments by a zookeeper, threatening to have…

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Malta: Institute of Journalists rebukes Transport Minister

In-Nazzjon says that the Institute of Journalists admonished Minister Ian Borg for his treatment of a Net TV journalist during a press event. In his reply, the minister apologised but…

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Malta: Over €6 million in cheques cashed in two years by Gordon Debono employee

L-Orizzont follows the testimony of a police investigator in the case against Gordon Debono. The court heard how an employee at one of Debono’s companies has cashed some €6.2 million…

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Malta: The PBS is not the government’s noticeboard – Reno Bugeja

The public inquiry into the murder of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia continued on Wednesday afternoon. The former Head of News of the Public Broadcasting Services, Reno Bugeja and a representative…

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Malta: Cabinet approves change to divorce law

The Cabinet has today approved a draft law to amend the conditions required for divorce, and the draft will be presented before Parliament this evening. The Government said in a…

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Malta: Auditor General admonishes MPs in Electrogas PAC

Auditor General Charles Deguara scolded MPs during a Public Accounts Committee as both sides butted heads over the Electrogas audit report. "We aren't a football referee. If in 20 years…

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Malta: Country considers COVID-19 vaccine certificates

Malta is considering a Proof of Vaccination document to be handed to all those who take the COVID-19 vaccine, Superintendent of Public Health Charmaine Gauci said on Wednesday. She said…

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Malta: Majority of inmates are non-Maltese nationals

L-Orizzont says that six in ten inmates at the Corradino Correctional Facilities are non-Maltese nationals, and women make around seven percent of the total prison population. Home Affairs Minister Byron…

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Malta: Police investigating businessman’s alleged links to mafia

The Times reveals that the financial crimes investigators are questioning an Italian man suspected of planning to launder millions of euros for the mafia. Roberto Recordare is named as the…

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Malta: Council of Europe rapporteur not satisfied with Malta’s rule of law reform

In-Nazzjon follows the report by the Council of Europe on the rule of law recommendations for Malta. Rapporteur Peter Omtzigt said that implementation of the reform programme has not been…

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Malta: Arnold Cassola reports zookeeper over comments targeting Animal Welfare Commissioner

Malta Today reports that independent MEP candidate Arnold Cassola has filed a report with the police cybercrime unit to take down a video posted by zookeeper Anton Cutajar, following comments…

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Malta: MFSA interim CEO to stay on until review is completed

The Independent speaks to Finance Minister Clyde Caruana who said that the financial services authority acting CEO, Christopher Buttigieg, will remain in place until the government ‘takes stock of the…

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Malta: Regulations prohibiting wild animal petting were published by mistake

The Independent questions the Ministry for Animal Rights about sudden changes to zoo regulations, allowing the petting of wild animals. A spokesperson said that draft regulations prohibiting handling and petting…

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Malta: Opposition pushes for Electrogas deal scrutiny in parliament

In-Nazzjon reports on a formal request by the Opposition to discuss the Auditor General’s report into the Electrogas power station in a parliamentary committee. Opposition Leader Bernard Grech accused the…

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Malta: PM wants Caruana Galizia public inquiry concluded next week

L-Orizzont quotes Prime Minister Robert Abela who said that he expects the Caruana Galizia public inquiry to be concluded by next week. The inquiry board, agreed by the government and…

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Malta: Health Minister unveils vaccination timelines

The Times reports on a press conference by Health Minister Chris Fearne who announced that Covid-19 vaccines will begin to be administered in January, starting with healthcare workers and people…

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Malta: Almost 1.5 million used harbours’s ferry service

According to surveys the total number of passengers who travelled by ferry between the Grand Harbour and Marsamxett during 2019 amounted to almost 1.5 million persons, the Ministry for Transport…

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Malta: Cardinal Mario Grech pays courtesy visit to the Prime Minister

Prime Minister Robert Abela welcomed Cardinal Mario Grech at the Auberge de Castille. Accompanied by his wife, Dr Lydia Abela, the Prime Minister described the occasion as one of joy,…

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