The government on Monday moved the first reading of a constitutional amendment to introduce an anti-deadlock mechanism should talks on the appointment of the chief justice stall, but no details were given on how it would work. Under current law, the appointment of the chief justice can only be made with the support of two-thirds of the members of the
Robert Abela declined to comment on reports that Clayton Bartolo’s wife, Amanda Muscat, received over €120,000 in payments from Fortina, which have come under police scrutiny. “I do not comment on pending investigations. God forbid I did so. I also believe that the press should not involve itself in pending investigations, as it prejudices the case
Robert Micallef has been identified as the man who died in a forklift incident in Naxxar earlier today. The 34-year-old from Qormi lost his life after being struck by a forklift he was operating inside a warehouse in Triq Burmarrad at around 10am. A medical team and members of the Civil Protection Department were called to the scene to assist, but
President Myriam Spiteri Debono was received in private audience by Pope Leo at the Vatican on Monday, describing the call as "profound and significant". According to a statement, they discussed various issues, notably bilateral relations, including relations between church and state, and the situation in the Middle East. The president renewed an invitation
Parliamentary Secretary for Equality and Reforms Rebecca Buttigieg has announced that, following extensive consultation involving stakeholders in the health sector, she will be presenting a new bill establishing the legal framework for Advance Medical Directives. During a press conference, Parliamentary Secretary Buttigieg explained that Advance Medical
Anyone with a modicum of environmental sensitivity – or common sense, for that matter – would know that the last thing Dwejra needs is to be lit. The Environment and Resources Authority (ERA) and the Environment Ministry, however, think otherwise. In the latest shot fired at what little remains of our natural environment, ERA has published a draft
Transport, Infrastructure and Public Works Minister Chris Bonett announced that works have officially started on the dredging project in Marsaxlokk during a site visit where he followed the ongoing works closely. The project is an important one for the fishing community and other operators who rely on the port for their livelihood. Through dredging
Bernard Grech opens up on PN resignation A true gentleman. I have a feeling that he will contribute much more to our country in the years to come. – Stephen Zerafa No one can blame people for wanting a leader with proven personal successes instead of untested leadership qualities. ‘Trying out’ untested people for leadership is a godsend for the other
The University of Malta is facing a deepening financial crisis, recording a massive €11.17 million deficit in its latest financial report as payroll costs have skyrocketed. Its unpublished 2023 audited accounts, the latest available data on its finances, a copy of which has been seen by Times of Malta , reveals a precarious situation, with current
The artistic director behind the grand unveiling of the Vision 2050 strategy last Friday said the entrance to Valletta was the “perfect spot” for the launch of the national event. “If you are going through all that effort to create this large project, then it deserves to make a statement,” Eno Henze said. The government unveiled its Malta Vision 2050
