L-Orizzont says that an agreement has been reached assuring Armed Forces officers that they will be remunerated for the added hours on duty during the coronavirus emergency. Negotiations were held between the government, the AFM and the General Workers Union.
The paper follows a press conference called on Wednesday evening, announcing the passing away of an elderly woman from Gozo after contracting the virus. Health Minister Chris Fearne said that “sadly” this will not the last death and urged for people to follow safety instructions.
Another story quotes Public Health Superintendent Charmaine Gauci who appealed for “compromise” in situations where the custody of children is shared between parents not living together. Prof. Gauci said that a balance has to be found in the current circumstances.
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