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Malta: Malta’s coronavirus aid package is most generous in the world, study finds

Malta’s fiscal response to the economic disruption caused by the coronavirus is the most generous globally, an analysis carried out by a Columbia economics professor shows. With Malta’s spending equating…

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Malta: Three new cases of Covid-19 in Malta, six others recover

Three new cases have been confirmed as positive for Covid-19, whilst another six cases have recovered. During today’s medical bulletin, Public Health Superintendent Professor Charmaine Gauci stated that the new…

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Malta: Justice Ministry critical of AG lawyer’s sudden change of employers

The Times quotes a statement by the Justice Ministry calling a lawyer’s decision to leave the Attorney General’s office to join businessman Yorgen Fenech’s defence team ‘insensitive’ but assured that…

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Malta: Teachers demand hygiene regime in schools

The Independent speaks to the union of teachers which says that most teachers do not feel prepared to go back to school unless a strategic plan for hygiene measures is…

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Malta: Teenage postal worker dies in traffic accident

In-Nazzjon reports on a traffic accident on Thursday morning that claimed the life of a 19-year-old postwoman. Elenia Briffa died in Marsa when the company vehicle she was driving overturned,…

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Malta: Court hearings to be ramped up after Covid-19 restrictions

L-Orizzont says that court hearings are set to increase in the coming days after many of the cases were suspended to observe social distancing rules and because the police force…

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Malta: Coalition of NGOs to resist takeover of l-Aħrax and Miżieb

A coalition has been formed to lobby for the preservation of public spaces in Malta in the wake of reports that the government is considering handing l-Aħrax and Miżieb woodlands to…

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Malta: Yorgen Fenech insists on bail: ‘Presumption of innocence not just words on a slab in Strasbourg’

Daphne Caruana Galizia murder suspect Yorgen Fenech has attacked the powers of the Superintendent of Public Health amongst other things, as he continues to contest his continued state of arrest.…

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Malta: Malta will let in 18 migrants; all will be placed under quarantine

Last night Malta coordinated a rescue operation to save 123 migrants who were on board 2 boats. According to government sources, the two boats were in Malta’s SAR zone. This…

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Malta: Government charters second Captain Morgan vessel as another 123 migrants are saved

The government has chartered a second Captain Morgan vessel after another 123 migrants were rescued in two separate operations last night. The migrants were rescued in two operations coordinated by…

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Malta: Two new cases of COVID-19 in Malta, six other persons recover

Public Health Superintendent Charmaine Gauci has confirmed two new cases of Covid-19 in Malta. These cases emerged after 1,022 swab tests were carried out yesterday. This pushes the total number…

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Malta: Malta holds the fourth lowest electricity bill – EUROSTAT

Malta holds the fourth lowest price of electricity paid by families. This is confirmed by the European Union’s statistical office, EUROSTAT, which explained how between last July and December, Maltese…

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Malta: 19-year-old girl loses her life after falling from the vehicle while driving

A 19-year-old Qrendi resident tragically lost her life this morning after being involved in an accident while at work. The accident took place at around 8am in Triq Qormi, Ħal…

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Malta: AG office lawyer to join Yorgen Fenech legal team

The Times reveals that lawyer Charles Mercieca has resigned from the office of the attorney general and is expected to join Yorgen Fenech’s defence team. The former member of the…

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Malta: Grim outlook for EU economy

The Malta Business Weekly quotes the latest economic forecast by the European Commission which is bracing itself for the biggest recession “since the Great Depression”. Malta is predicted to suffer…

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Malta: Economy expected to recover within a year

L-Orizzont also cites the EC Spring Economic Forecast which projects a growth of six percent in Malta’s economic performance in 2021. The paper says that, in comparison, the economy grew…

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Malta: VAT on facemasks reduced to five percent

The Independent reports that VAT on face masks and visors will be revised down to five percent from the standard 18 percent. Economy Minister Silvio Schembri said that importers will,…

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Malta: EPP holds e-summit on migration

In-Nazzjon follows a virtual conference for leaders of the European People’s Party focusing on immigration. PN Leader Adrian Delia said that collaboration is necessary to prevent a humanitarian crisis. Another…

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Malta: 200 protective face masks donated to Dar Merħba Bik

The Minister for Justice, Equality and Governance, Edward Zammit Lews, distributed 200 protective face masks to Dar Merħba Bik in Balzan. Source: ONE News Updated 15:20

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Malta: Public remains cautious

Today marks the third day from when commercial establishments and certain shops re-opened their doors, with a lot of shops still choosing to remain closed. This goes to show that…

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Malta: 46 migrants in distress in Malta’s SAR zone

The Armed Forces of Malta have been called by the humanitarian NGO Alarm Phone to rescue a boat in distress carrying 46 migrants. On Twitter, Alarm Phone said that the…

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Malta: VAT on masks, face shields to go down to 5% – Economy Minister

VAT on face masks and face shields will go down to 5% from the standard 18% through a legal notice which should be published today, Economy Minister Silvio Schembri said…

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Malta: EU expects Malta’s economy to return to pre-pandemic levels by next year

Malta's economy will be "severely affected" by the coronavirus pandemic this year but the impact will be less than the EU average, according to the European Commission's Spring forecast. In its…

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Malta: Joseph Muscat is back… with a post-COVID analysis for Labour ministers

Joseph Muscat is back. This time as an economic consultant brought back into the heart of the Labour government to map out a new way out of the COVID-19 pandemic. In a…

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Malta: Two new cases of Covid-19 in Malta, four other cases recover

Public Health Superintendent Charmaine Gauci has confirmed that two new cases of Covid-19 in Malta have been identified. These cases emerged after 1,392 swab tests were carried out yesterday. This…

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Malta: Prime Minister Abela seeks advice from predecessor Muscat

The Times reveals that former Prime Minister Joseph Muscat is advising his successor on economic recovery plans. Muscat was seen emerging from Castille after an “hours-long” meeting on Monday night.…

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Malta: Forthcoming construction authority can suspend contractors

The Independent speaks to the Infrastructure Ministry about the Building and Construction Authority that is still in the process of being set up. A spokesperson said that the body will…

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Malta: Elderly man dies from Covid-19

Malta Today leads with the death of an 81-year-old man who tested positive to Covid-19 on Monday. The patient, who was being treated at Karin Grech Hospital, is the fifth…

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Malta: PN proposes €2 billion package for tourism industry

In-Nazzjon quotes PN spokesperson for tourism Robert Arrigo who proposed a €2 billion fund over the next 18 months to help the tourism industry back on its feet. Arrigo argued…

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Malta: Restaurants whetting appetite for business

L-Orizzont says that restaurants are planning to start reopening shortly, although with a restricted seating capacity. The paper says that Covid-19 trends in Malta reflect those of most countries in…

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Malta: FKNK files judicial protest against BirdLife over spring hunting licences

The FKNK hunters' federation has filed a judicial protest against BirdLife Malta in reaction to its criminal complaint against the granting of licences for spring hunting. Source: Times of Malta Updated…

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Malta: ‘Dead’ tourism sector needs €2 billion to revive – Robert Arrigo

Malta’s tourism industry is in dire straits and will require a major investment if it is to return to normal after COVID-19, PN MP Robert Arrigo has warned. Source: Malta…

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Malta: Critical situation on MV Marina carrying 77 migrants – Ship captain

The master of the vessel MV Marina Tuesday morning sent an urgent email to RCC Malta describing as critical the situation on board his ship which very early Sunday morning…

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Malta: Maltese elderly man dies – 2 new Covid-19 cases in Malta

An 81-year old Maltese man died during last night while tests carried out on the man showed he was positive to the virus. He is the fifth Covid-19 victim in…

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Malta: Traffic accidents down by 8.2% in the first quarter of the year

In the first quarter of this year, traffic accidents decreased by 8.2% compared to the same period last year. Source: One News Updated 16:15pm

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Malta: Young man is being held after finding drugs in a car and garage in Ħal Balzan

A young man from Santa Venera who works as a ‘cab driver’ was remanded in custody after discovery of drugs in a car and in a garage in Ħal Balzan,…

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Malta: Opposition leader declares no savings for third year

The Times reports on the financial filings submitted in parliament by Opposition Leader Adrian Delia. Delia is declaring that he has no savings in local or overseas banks but said…

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Malta: Pharmacists reach deal with government over price of facemasks

The Independent says that the Chamber of Pharmacists reached an agreement with the government over the price caps imposed on facemasks and visors. Pharmacies will be compensated for losses incurred…

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Malta: Asymptomatic Covid-19 carriers pose a lower risk

L-Orizzont quotes Public Health Commissioner Charmaine Gauci who said that asymptomatic carriers have a lower probability of spreading the virus, but the risk is still present and appealed for the…

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Malta: Home Affairs Minister not perturbed by Alfred Sant disapproval

In-Nazzjon says that Home Affairs Minister Byron Camilleri played down criticism by PL MEP Alfred Sant about the method of appointing a Police Commissioner proposed by the government. The minister…

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Malta: Certain retail shops decide to remain closed

Although shops and commercial establishments opened on Monday, many owners still decided not to open...or to open with reduced hours. The retail shops which opened include clothing and shoe shops,…

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Malta: Man who was missing at sea found dead

A man who had found himself in difficulty while swimming at Mellieħa’s Coral Lagoon has been found dead around 2 nautical miles off the Coast. The police said that it…

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Malta: Plan for old people’s home outside development zone raises concern

An application for an old people’s home outside the development zone on the outskirts of Żurrieq and Safi, is sparking objections amid concerns over the further destruction of agricultural land.…

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Malta: Coronavirus – Survey shows Maltese believe economy will recover within 12 months

A survey has showed that the Maltese believe that it will take up to 12 months for the local economy to recover from the Coronavirus pandemic. Audit, tax and advisory…

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Malta: Malta PM – Ports shut to migrants until EU agrees relocation

Malta's port will remain closed to all irregular immigrants until an EU agreement is found for their relocation, Robert Abela said. The Prime Minister said that, in a meeting with…

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Malta: 3 new Covid-19 cases confirmed; 7 more recovered

Today, a further three cases of Covid-19 were confirmed in Malta, after 731 tests were carried out. All three people who tested positive had symptoms and called 111 for a…

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Malta: Three in four businesses do not expect full recovery within a year

The Times carries a survey conducted by the Chamber of Commerce showing that 85 percent of businesses registered a decline in sales and exports, but only a quarter are confident…

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Malta: Sarraflu freshwater pool severely damaged by act of vandalism

The Independent reports that the freshwater pool in Kerċem known as l-Għadira ta’ Sarraflu was vandalised by dumping oil and fuel. The site is a protected area under the Environment…

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Malta: Institute of Journalists calls for Prime Minister’s question time

In-Nazzjon quotes a statement by the institute of journalists which said that the Opposition Leader’s invitation for interviews by independent media was a step in the right direction. The institute…

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Malta: Priest living in prison says disease has greater impact on vulnerable

L-Orizzont publishes an interview with Fr Hayden Williams, who is living in at the Corradino Correctional Facility. He said that, although no one is immune to the Covid-19, the most…

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Malta: Captain Morgan ship out at sea until solution for migrants is found

The Captain Morgan ship moored in international waters 13 nautical off Malta will remain out at sea until the 57 migrants on board are relocated to other European states, according…

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Malta: Extended family should not meet despite relaxed lockdown measures – Public Health Superintendent

Public Health Superintendent Charmaine Gauci insisted that despite the easing of restrictive measures by government, people should continue to respect social distancing measures. Source: Malta Today Updated 16:40pm

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Malta: Court registry to re-open; protective measures installed

Monday will see the re-opening of the Court registry, after it was shut down as a precaution to minimise the spread of the Coronavirus in Malta. The Justice Ministry has…

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Malta: Nine new cases of COVID-19 in Malta, 13 other cases recover

Nine new cases of Covid-19 have been confirmed today in Malta after 1,071 tests were made. During Sunday’s medical bulletin, Public Health Superintendent Charmaine Gauci also announced that 13 other…

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Malta: IĠM calls on the PM to hold weekly press conferences

The institute for Maltese journalists, IĠM, has proposed a weekly Press Conference is organised for the sole purpose to let journalists representing all media houses to field questions. The proposal…

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Malta: 80 drivers caught overspeeding

On another busy Sunday on Maltese roads, the Police together with officers from the Transport Malta Enforcement Section, fined eighty drivers who were exceeding the speed limit.

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Malta: Vandalism in Għadira ta’ San Raflu

"Despite attempts by members of the Department of Civil Protection, they were unable to remove the burnt oil from the water." This was stated by the Environment and Resources Authority…

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