28

Feb

Traffic police section gets new inspector, recruits: The Headlines – The Independent

The Independent reveals that a new police inspector and 12 officers have been recruited by the traffic police unit to alleviate the shortage. The sector lost more than three-quarters of…

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28

Feb

Market prices for sanitizers spiralling: The Headlines – L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont says that people are angered by the rising prices of hand sanitizers following the international outbreak of the coronavirus. The people spoke to an employee at a pharmacy who…

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27

Feb

Malta’s Editors’ Viewpoints

The recent wave of panic that has grappled certain sections of the Maltese population following a number of coronavirus-related deaths in Italy, has led a number of Editors to call…

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27

Feb

MFSA launches document on security token offerings

The Malta Business Weekly says that the Financial Services Authority published a document to answer questions about security token offerings. The release concludes a long process of consultation and feedback…

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27

Feb

Medical checks at Freeport to go ahead

Business Today reports that an agreement has been reached at the Malta Freeport to inspect all incoming ship crews. Port workers this week refused to board vessels and handle cargo…

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27

Feb

Calls for organisational overhaul within the police

The Independent speaks to academic and former police inspector Mary Muscat who said that the Malta Police Force first needs to build ‘organisational justice’ before it can regain the trust…

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27

Feb

Maltese Supermarket sales surge with virus fears

The Times says that major supermarkets in Malta reported double the average in sales on Tuesday after customers were gripped by panic buying over coronavirus fears. Some supermarkets saw sales…

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27

Feb

PM commits to government ‘liberal agenda’

L-Orizzont covers a meeting between Prime Minister Robert Abela and the Malta Gay Rights Movement. Abela said that the ‘liberal agenda’ of the government will continue and that discrimination will…

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27

Feb

MUMN president says Covid-19 preparations are not enough

In-Nazzjon quotes the president of the Midwives and Nurses Union, Paul Pace, who said that there are “only 14 beds” available across Malta and Gozo in the event of a…

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26

Feb

Vitals CEO helped himself to €5 million bonus: The Headlines – Malta Today

Malta Today reveals that the former CEO of Vitals Global Healthcare, Ram Tumuluri, had given himself a €5 million bonus in his third year at the helm of the privatised…

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26

Feb

Rebel PN MPs scrap duumvirate proposal: The Headlines – The Times

The Times speaks to one of the 17 Nationalist MPs calling for Adrian Delia’s resignation who said that plans for a separate leadership of party and opposition have been discarded…

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26

Feb

Health authorities reassure the public over coronavirus: The Headlines – L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont follows a press conference on Tuesday addressed by Public Health Superintended Charmaine Gauci who said that authorities are using all available measures to take precautions against the coronavirus. The…

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26

Feb

Infection Control chief calls for calm: The Headlines – The Independent

The Independent quotes Michael Borg, head of the Infection Control department at Mater Dei, who said that it is more important for people to sanitise their hands than to wear…

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26

Feb

Maltese couple ordered to stay indoors following Italy trip: The Headlines – In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon says that PN Leader Adrian Delia will take part in a special edition of TV programme Sorsi Infurmati on Wednesday which will discuss the government’s transfer of three state…

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25

Feb

Justin Borg indicted for murder – The Independent

The Independent leads with the indictment of Justin Borg who stands accused of killing his former partner Chantelle Chetcuti by stabbing her repeatedly in the head. A court heard the…

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25

Feb

Chantelle Chetcuti father takes witness stand – L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont follows the testimony in court of Eugenio Chetcuti, the father of Chantelle Chetcuti who was murdered this month in Żabbar. He said that the greatest pain for him was…

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25

Feb

Insufficient staff to operate coronavirus screening – In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon says that there is not enough staff to manage the screening of arriving passengers at the airport and the cruise liner terminal. The government announced on Monday that thermal…

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25

Feb

Prisoner who died in cell identified – The Times

The Times identifies the 72-year-old inmate who was found dead in his cell in Corradino as an accomplice in the 2001 killing of traffic warden Fortunata Mizzi. The family of…

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24

Feb

Maltese Editors’ Viewpoints

In a refreshing change to politically-loaded editorials, two editors today focus on architectural and cultural progress and professional development. The Times celebrates Malta’s architectural style, which in recent years has…

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24

Feb

Uncertainty over Libya-Malta secret deal: The Headlines – The Times

The Times says that Libyan authorities have ordered the Libyan Coast Guard to halt interceptions and disembarkation of migrant boats in the North African country. The paper says that a…

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24

Feb

Government billed over €300 million in EU environment taxes: The Headlines – The Independent

The Independent quotes Eurostat figures which reveal that Malta paid €322 million in EU environmental taxes in 2018, accounting to more than eight percent of the total government’s revenue that…

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24

Feb

Prime Minister optimistic about EU budget talks: The Headlines – L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont quotes Prime Minister Robert Abela who said he is confident of reaching ‘a fair deal’ for Malta on EU funds. Abela said that it would have been unrealistic to…

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24

Feb

Details of papal visit emerge: The Headlines – In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon reveals details of the Pastoral Visit by Pope Francis in May. The paper says that the Visit has been extended to two days and that the Pope has insisted…

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23

Feb

Police Commissioner met middleman’s ally in secret: The Headlines – The Sunday Times

The Sunday Times reveals that former Police Commissioner Lawrence Cut ajar held two secret meetings with Edwin Brincat, a close friend and confidant of Melvin Theuma. The paper says that…

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23

Feb

Millions in healthcare guarantees forgone by government: The Headlines – Malta Today

Malta Today reports that former Minister Konrad Mizzi had waived a €9 million ‘performance guarantee’ from Steward Healthcare when the US group took over the hospitals’ concession. VGH, before it,…

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23

Feb

Police officers’ arraignments expected soon: The Headlines – The Independent on Sunday

The Independent on Sunday says that claims by Melvin Theuma that the burner phones used by the men charged with the assassination of Daphne Caruana Galizia contained former minister Chris…

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23

Feb

PA to set up dedicated enforcement panel: The Headlines – Illum

Illum reveals that the Planning Authority is setting up an Enforcement Panel that will work in parallel with the Revision Tribunal. The paper says that enforcement procedures are usually the…

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23

Feb

Government working on national waste strategy: The Headlines – It-Torċa

It-Torċa says that the government is planning to introduce a national waste management strategy by the end of the year. Environment Minister Aaron Farrugia told the paper that management-by-crisis is…

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23

Feb

Opposition extends olive branch on hospitals concession: The Headlines – Il- Mument

Il-Mument quotes PN Leader Adrian Delia who said that the opposition is prepared to work with the government to withdraw the hospital’s contract with Steward Healthcare. Delia said he wants…

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23

Feb

PN Electoral Commission representatives step down: The Headlines – Kullħadd

Kullħadd reports that the PN representatives on the Electoral Commission, Angelito Sciberras and Antoine Portelli, have resigned in a joint letter. The paper says that the two were close to…

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21

Feb

Four others possibly implicated in Caruana Galizia assassination plot: The Headlines- The Independent

The Independent leads with the testimony by Melvin Theuma in court who revealed that there may be other people involved in the Caruana Galizia murder plot. Yorgen Fenech was heard…

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21

Feb

Ombudsman website flagged for security risks: The Headlines – The Times

The Times reports on a ‘security vulnerability’ in the Ombudsman’s website which allows potential attackers to view submitted complaints and identify the person filing them. The Data Protection Commissioner has…

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21

Feb

Keith Schembri ordered to testify in court: The Headlines – In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon reports that the court ordered Keith Schembri to testify in the next sitting of the Caruana Galizia case. Former OPM security officials Johann Cremona and Kenneth Camilleri will also…

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21

Feb

PM attends EU Budget summit: The Headlines – L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont reports on the Prime Minister’s participation in a leader’s summit about EU Budget ig Brussels. The paper says that negotiations are expected to be tough following the UK’s departure…

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20

Feb

Chamber suggests alternative to Gozo tunnel: The Headlines – Business Today

Business Today leads with a proposal by the Chamber of Commerce to scrap plans for the Gozo-Malta tunnel in favour of a multi-modal transport infrastructure that includes a metro link…

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20

Feb

Malta registers decline in financial transparency: The Headlines – The Malta Business Weekly

The Malta Business Weekly reports that Malta placed 18th in the world for financial secrecy according to global index by the Tax Justice Network. The paper says Malta bucks the…

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20

Feb

Police internal investigation launched: The Headlines – The Times

The Times reports that Home Affairs Minister Byron Camilleri has ordered a probe by the police Internal Audit and Investigations Department following revelations about overtime fraud by the traffic control…

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20

Feb

Neville Gafa’ felt slighted by Daphne Caruana Galizia: The Headlines – The Independent

The Independent quotes former government employee Neville Gafa’ who told the Caruana Galizia public inquiry board that posts he made about the assassinated journalist were retaliation for ‘hurtful’ blog entries.…

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20

Feb

Former person of trust used diplomatic passport: The Headlines – In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon says that Neville Gafa’s testimony in court on Wednesday exposes his ‘close ties’ with Keith Schembri. The paper says that Gafa’ was a person of trust in the Health…

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20

Feb

PN Deputy Leader says discussions will be kept within the party: The Headlines – L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont speaks to PN Deputy Leader David Agius following reports that fresh disagreements have emerged between him and new party secretary general Francis Zammit Dimech. Agius told the paper that…

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19

Feb

Malta is leading the way in field of Fintech – The Headlines – L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont leads with a report by Finnovating which found that Malta is leading the way in terms of investment in the field of Fintech.  Malta attracted more than 9 million…

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18

Feb

No Coronavirus infections in Malta so far – The Headlines – The Malta Independent

The Malta Independent highlights a re-assuring statement by Deputy Prime Minister Chris Fearne indicating that were no coronavirus infections in Malta so far, but two people were currently being held…

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18

Feb

Controversial testimony during Daphne Caruana Galizia’s inquiry by former PM’s communication officer – The Headlines – In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon describes former Pm's Communications Officer Matthew Carbone’s testimony as “controversial”, claiming that Carbone appeared to change versions when asked to identify the individuals who had blocked journalists in Castille.…

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17

Feb

PM Abela expecting action and not excuses from Police – The Headlines – L-Orizzont

L-Orizzont takes excerpts from Prime Minister Robert Abela’s speech during yesterday’s Labour Party General Conference, highlighting his disappointment on the allegations of abuse within the Police Corps, and insisted that he…

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17

Feb

Malta Police to recruit Victim Support Officer – The Headlines – Malta Independent

The Malta Independent reveals that the Malta Police Force is currently looking for a Victim Support Officer to provide support to crime victims, including domestic violence, and train police officers…

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17

Feb

One in Five Maltese children report online sex abuse – The Headlines – Times of Malta

The Times of Malta leads with data sourced from the EU Kids Online 2020 survey, which has revealed that 1 in 5 Maltese children have reported receiving requests of a…

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16

Feb

Six in ten PN members want Delia to stay: The Headlines – Malta Today

Malta Today carries the results of a survey showing the 57 percent of PN paid-up members believe that party leader Adrian Delia should stay on. The strongest opposition to his…

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16

Feb

Keith Schembri had no problem with Caruana Galizia murder: The Headlines – The Times

The Sunday Times says that investigators are weighing their options against Keith Schembri after businessman Yorgen Fenech is heard in secret recordings saying that the former chief of staff did…

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16

Feb

One-sixth of people in Malta prefer public transport: The Headlines – Illum

Illum reveals survey results showing that the preferred mode of transportation in Malta remains the private car. 14 percent of people say they choose the bus and the report says…

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16

Feb

Police overtime scandal fanning internal discord: The Headlines – The Independent

The Independent on Sunday follows the situation within the police force after the emergence of the overtime scandal this week. The paper says that several police officers are facing accusations…

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16

Feb

Government spend on elderly raises by €264 in seven years: The Headlines – Kullħadd

Kullħadd says that the public spend on pensions and the elderly increased by €264 million since 2013. Minister Michael Falzon said that the government is giving elderly people back more…

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16

Feb

Chris Cardona to retire from politics: The Headlines – Il-Mument

Il-Mument claims that Chris Cardona is expected to resign as Deputy Leader of the Labour Party and Member of Parliament. The paper also quotes PN Leader Adrian Delia who said…

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16

Feb

John Dalli says PN’s problems accumulating since Fenech Adami left: The Headlines – It-Torċa

It-Torċa carries an interview with former EU Commissioner John Dalli about the situation in the Nationalist Party.  He said the party’s implosion started when Eddie Fenech Adami stepped aside in…

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15

Feb

Main officer in police scandal steps down: The Headlines – The Times

The Times reports that the policeman at the heart of the overtime racket has resigned along with another six officers. Sources revealed that he was a veteran of the force…

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15

Feb

Police investigation held up by higher ranks: The Headlines – The Independent

The Independent reveals that the police first opened a file about internal overtime abuse in October but dragged their feet for two months before an investigation was launched. A whistleblower…

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15

Feb

Louis Galea to present reform details to PN Executive Council: The Headlines – L- Orizzont

L-Orizzont says that the Galea Reform in the PN will weaken current leader Adrian Delia by installing a committee of former party leaders led by the most recent one, Simon…

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15

Feb

Around 750 migrant arrivals so far this year: The Headlines – In-Nazzjon

In-Nazzjon says that the ‘immigration crisis’ continues and reports that over a hundred immigrants were brought to Malta by the Armed Forces on Friday, increasing the number of individual arrivals…

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