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Malta: People watched more TV during the pandemic
L-Orizzont reports that TV viewership increased by an average daily of 12 minutes during the pandemic. The Broadcasting Authority annual report found…
Malta: Justice minister resists calls to step down
The Independent publishes comments to journalists by Justice Minister Edward Zammit Lewis who defended his record and vowed not to resign. He…
Malta: Prime Minister says government is committed to rule of law reform
L-Orizzont quotes Prime Minister Robert Abela that the government is committed to implementing the recommendations outlined in the Caruana Galizia public inquiry…
Malta: Prestigious war medal misplaced while being transferred to museum
The Independent says that the family of Brigadier Alfred Gatt is appealing to the public to help find a Military Cross awarded…
Malta: Police acquire intelligence on Dubai offshore companies
The Times reveals that tax authorities have handed over data about 20 Maltese individuals with offshore companies in Dubai to the police…
Malta: Opposition seeks no-confidence vote in Justice Minister
In-Nazzjon says that the Opposition will request an urgent debate in parliament to present a no-confidence motion in Justice Minister Edward Zammit…
Malta: PN leader urges candidates to pursue national interest
Il-Mument quotes PN Leader Bernard Grech that the party is focused on the country’s success. Addressing a seminar for electoral candidates and…
Malta: Concerns about worker exploitation in fishing industry
It-Torċa reports on cases of employment abuse against non-EU fishermen working on Maltese vessels. The paper says that the contracts the employees…
Malta: Safety authority chairman calls for higher standards in construction industry
The Independent on Sunday speaks with the new chairperson of the Occupational Health and Safety Authority, David Xuereb, who said that safety…
Malta: Government negotiations with Steward Healthcare ongoing
Illum says that talks between the government and Steward Healthcare over the management of the former state hospitals are at an advanced…
Malta: Public inquiry indicates interference by Keith Schembri in police work
The Sunday Times reports from the Caruana Galizia inquiry which found that, as the Prime Minister’s chief of staff, Keith Schembri attempted…
Malta: Authorities lay down rules for mass events
Malta Today says that the tourism authority set out specific Covid-19 protocols for those attending cultural events this summer. Attendees will be…