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Over €300,000 raised for charity through Malta Together’s ‘Festival of Gratitude and Inspiration

Malta Together’s Festival of Gratitude and Inspiration was aired on Sunday 3rd May to thank the health care workers, other front liners and volunteers who are involved in the fight against…

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Live Update: Covid-19 Bulletin Malta – Monday 4th May 2020

Updated 1239 During today's daily briefing Prof Charmaine Gauci said that three new cases were identified yesterday, taking the total to 480 positive cases. 399 persons have now recovered, which…

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Live Update: Covid-19 Bulletin Malta – Sunday 3rd May 2020

Updated 1839 Economy Minister Silvio Schembri announced on Facebook this afternoon that Government has fixed a maximum price for masks, which will be required to access shopping outlets. Surgical Masks…

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Government of Malta publishes legal notices aimed at easing CoVid-19 restrictive measures

Government of Malta has published the respective legal notices related to the easing of restrictive measures implemented to contain spread of CoVid-19 in Malta. L.N. 170 of 2020 – Enforcement…

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Malta Chamber of Commerce welcomes relaxation of economic restrictions

The Malta Chamber welcomed the latest announcements by Government to relax the economic lockdown, predominantly measures affecting non-essential retail. The Malta Chamber said in a statement this afternoon that it…

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Live Update: Covid-19 Bulletin Malta – Friday 1st May 2020

Updated 1110 Some businesses to re-open on Monday, majority by end of month "Today is a better day than yesterday, today we start the road to a new normality. Success…

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Malta Chamber study confirms need for wider support and better guidance to business

This week, the Malta Chamber carried out a further survey among its members to gauge the opinions of business in the face of the continued economic stress and stagnation and…

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Malta: Unemployment rate at ten-month high

The monthly unemployment rate for March rose by 0.1 percentage points from February to reach 3.5 percent, according to National Statistics Office figures. The rate, however, is lower compared to…

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Island Insurance Brokers Re-Confirms CII Status

Island Insurance Brokers (IIB) has just reconfirmed its Corporate Chartered Status by the Chartered Insurance Institute, the international professional body for insurance and financial planning. “Being re-confirmed with this status…

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Government extends wage supplement by 2 months, shares plan to ease restrictions with MCESD

Government has announced that its COVID-19 wage supplement, which was originally announced for the months and April will be extended for another two months, covering May and June. Economy Minister…

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Live Update: Covid-19 Bulletin Malta – Thursday 30th April 2020

Updated 1301 Pilots have been informed by Superintendent of Public Health Charmaine Gauci that the flight ban over Malta has been extended by another month until the end of May.…

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Malta amongst European countries wanting EU to suspend refunds for cancelled flights law

France, Netherlands, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Greece, Ireland, Latvia, Malta, Poland and Portugal are calling on Brussels to temporarily suspend a European law granting refunds for cancelled flights. France and…

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Doctor.mt – Platform to provide free medical consultation launched

The current Coronavirus pandemic has placed considerable strain on Malta’s health system and its dedicated human resources. Seeking to provide a helping hand during these testing times for the country,…

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Investment Migration Council Finds No Breach of Code of Ethics by Chetcuti Cauchi

The Investment Migration Council has concluded a thorough seven-month investigation into allegations by the French media, finding no breach of the IMC Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct by Dr…

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Maltese Editors’ Perspectives

Today's Editorial seem to take a social tinge, with most editors focusing on the plight of distressed members of our society. The Times of Malta's Editorial focuses on the changes…

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Second planeload of protective equipment for Malta’s frontline

More Personal Protective Equipment PPEs for Malta's frontliners - 2nd planeload arrived in Malta this evening. This was communicated by Deputy Prime Minister and Health Minister Chris Fearne through his…

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Dr Gordon Cordina appointed new chairman of Bank of Valletta

The government has nominated Dr Gordon Cordina as the new chairman of the Board of the Bank of Valletta. His appointment, subject to Regulatory Approval, shall take effect on the…

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MEA calls for temporary reduction in VAT to kickstart Maltese economy

Businesses resisting layoffs but will reconsider decisions if situation persists - MEA Survey While most companies were doing their best efforts to keep all employees, 28% had placed a number…

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Maltese Editors’ Perspectives

On the second day of the week, Maltese Editors tackles four different issues, covering oil prices, health, early school leavers and the price of energy. The Times of Malta praises…

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Satisfaction, gratitude and appeal for togetherness – President Vella’s message to Malta

The President of Malta George Vella expressed his satisfaction on today’s news, that no new Covid-19 cases were reported in Malta. Dr Vella said that this news follows the news…

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Malta’s Covid-19 current wave approaching the end as reproduction rate decreased to 0.54

Malta’s Covid-19 reproduction ratio has decreased to 0.54, with mathematical modelling now indicating that the current wave is reaching its end, statistician Vincent Marmara said in his weekly vlog with…

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Maltese arms dealer charged with breaching EU sanctions in Libya

The owner of a major weapons supply company and maritime vessel charterer, James Fenech, was charged with breaching EU sanctions by supplying rigid-hull inflatable boats (RHIB) to Libya according to…

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Malta – Prime Minister’s daughter bakes for those on the frontline of Covid-19 pandemic…and delivers too

Giorgia Abela, under the guidance and careful eyes of her mother Lydia, spent a day preparing and serving food (biscuits) to those on the frontline of the Covid-19 pandemic in…

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Malta’s wage subsidies scheme approved by EU under State aid rules

The European Commission has approved a €215 million Maltese wage subsidies scheme to support companies operating in the sectors affected by the coronavirus outbreak. The scheme was approved under the…

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Schemes for sustainable transport in Malta launched

Transport Minister Ian Borg announced a 3.5 million euro investment in cash grants for those investing in sustainable private transport. These schemes will be eligible to anyone who purchased an…

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Malta Together ‘A Festival of Gratitude and Inspiration’

Sunday 3rd May will see Malta’s festival of gratitude, in support of the health care workers, other front liners and volunteers who are involved in the fight against the medical…

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Producers seek support to boost Maltese film industry

The Malta Producers Association (MPA) published a comprehensive proposal document in which it laid down reforms, measures and recommendations in order to restore and restructure the local Film and TV…

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eCabs supports MOAS and the Agency for the Welfare of Asylum Seekers

A total of 2500 meters of elastic, 500 meters of fabric and 140 spools of thread are being delivered by eCabs to 130 volunteers around Malta. These volunteers have recently…

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UPDATED: Malta Police Association takes umbrage at MEA’s proposals on public sector pay cuts

Updated 1801 (with MEA reply) The Malta Employers’ Association issued a statement to correct what it described a as a "deliberate and malicious attempts to distort its recommendations for additional…

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Malta Development Bank and BOV launch financing scheme to assist local business during pandemic

Bank of Valletta, together with the Malta Development Bank (MDB), have launched the ‘BOV-MDB COVID Assist’, a financing scheme aimed at assisting local businesses facing unprecedented disruptions brought about by…

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CBM expects economy to recover by 2021 but projections hinge on duration of pandemic and size of response

The Maltese economy will recover and start growing again next year. In a report, the Central Bank of Malta emphasised that which international credit agencies and the International Monetary Fund…

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Malta Customs announces two months deferral of Excise Duty payments

In view of the current economic challenges resulting from social restrictions aimed at controlling the coronavirus pandemic, Government has agreed to the postponement of excise duty payments. This was announced…

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Malta Employers Association calls for an immediate reduction in Utility Rates

The Malta Employers' Association appealed for a reduction in water and electricity tariffs among a raft of other measures which it is recommending to support the ailing economy as the…

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eCabs launches Accessible Mobility Service

Once again eCabs is leading the way in setting the standard for passenger mobility in Malta through its investment in the development of a set of measures aimed at opening…

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SME Chamber finds 40% of businesses saw their activity come to a complete halt, asks Govt to accelerate payments process

The Chamber of SMEs has published the second survey related to businesses during the spread of the coronavirus pandemic. Almost 40% of the 360 businesses which took part in the…

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Bringing Home The Essentials

“We too are human, scared by the unknowns of the pandemic. Our overseas truckers and local drivers cover long miles in solitude, not knowing how safe this job still is.…

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Maltese Editors’ Viewpoints

The economy and the environment are the two central themes in today’s Editorials. The Times of Malta refers to recent economic assessments by the IMF and credit rating agencies, noting…

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Malta Customs thwarts illegal importation of appliances and cigarettes

Malta Customs has announced the seizure of two loads of illegally imported material, concerning domestic appliances and cigarettes. In a post on Facebook, Customs said that two full load containers,…

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Voluntary Repatriation Scheme for foreign nationals in Malta extended

The voluntary repatriation assistance scheme for all foreign nationals who wish to return to their home country is hereby extended, and applications will be received until the 10th of May…

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Live Update: Covid-19 Bulletin Malta – Monday 20th April 2020

Updated 1604 The Chamber of SMEs have published the second survey related to businesses during the spread of the coronavirus pandemic. Almost 40% of the 360 businesses which took part…

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Thiago Alcântara and Maltatogether.com call on the Maltese to Stay Safe and Stay at Home

As FC Bayern Munich’s virtual training regime gets up and running in preparation for the eventual start of the Budesliga, Spanish international and FC Bayern Munich’s central midfielder Thiago Alcântara…

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UPDATED – Government to subsidise interest rates for businesses

Updated 1850 Malta Chamber of Commerce welcomes interest rate subsidy The Malta Chamber of Commerce welcomed the Government subsidy up to 2.5% of interest, on business loans related to the…

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Chamber of Commerce appeals to Government to extend assistance beyond wages, recommends public sector wage cuts

The Chamber of Commerce has today appealed to Government to extend assistance beyond contribution to wages but should look at helping businesses prepare to have a fighting chance of landing…

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Where the Streets Have No Name …. Valletta

The Malta Philharmonic Orchestra (MPO) is once more collaborating with the Valletta Cultural Agency (VCA) with the support of Bank of Valletta (BOV) on multiple audiovisual music productions - acting…

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Maltese banks directed to offer six-month moratorium on loan repayments

The Central Bank of Malta has announced that Government has directed locally-licensed banks to offer a moratorium on loan repayments. This decision has been implemented through the publication of a…

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European pilots’ body writes to PM expressing concern and regret on Air Malta dismissals

The European Cockpit Association, which represents over 40,000 pilots in Europe has written to Prime Minister Robert Abela, expressing its deep concern about the decision of Air Malta to dismiss…

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Helpline launched for foreign nationals in Malta wishing to be repatriated

Following the Government’s call to all foreign nationals who wish to be repatriated, the Ministry for Foreign and European Affairs has launched a helpline (+356 2204 2800) and email address (repatriation.mfea@gov.mt) for all individuals who…

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No boat capsized as FRONTEX accounts for all boats in the Med

Frontex, told AFP on Monday it said "all four boats have been accounted for" and there had been no shipwreck in the Mediterranean. "Two arrived in Sicily and two remain…

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Claim of shipwreck of boat carrying persons in migratory journey and its location confirmed to be unfounded – Malta’s Foreign Affairs Minister

Allegations that a boat carrying dozens of migrants had sunk in Malta’s Search and Rescue Area were confirmed to be unfounded. Malta's foreign affairs minister Evarist Bartolo made this declaration…

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Persons on the migratory route between Malta and Libya believed to have died after barge capsizes

A number of persons are believed to have died following the wreck of a barge between Malta and Tripoli. Sea Watch in a tweet, said that "250 people were drifting…

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#StayHome #Stay Safe – A message from healthcare professionals to those living in Malta

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Malta’s President forfeits one month’s salary; frees up his chefs to cook up meals for health-care workers at Mater Dei Hospital

President George Vella has forfeited one month’s salary and freed up his chefs to cook up meals for health-care workers at Mater Dei Hospital to help authorities in their fight…

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