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Mandatory skills pass for Maltese, EU nationals in tourism sector postponed by one year
Malta Today
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Government has postponed the rollout of the mandatory skills pass for Maltese and EU nationals working in the tourism sector by one year. The requirement remains in place for third-country nationals. In a statement, the Tourism Ministry said that...
Introduction of mandatory skills pass for Maltese and EU nationals postponed by one year
The Malta Independent
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The government said Tuesday it is postponing the introduction of the mandatory skills pass for Maltese and EU nationals, from the originally planned date of 1 January 2026, to 1 January 2027. The skills pass was introduced in May 2024 as part of a...
Malta Ranger Unit launches maritime branch
Malta Today
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The Malta Ranger Unit (MRU) has launched a new branch focusing on maritime issues. In a Facebook post, the newly formed Malta Sea Ranger Unit (MSRU) stated that the decision to set up the branch came after the MRU noticed an increase in maritime...
Kinnie, Malta’s iconic soft drink launches in Ghana – first production in West Africa
The Malta Independent
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At centre, Mr Fouad Moufarrej, Managing Director - Acadia Industries, to his right, Mr Michael Farrugia, Deputy CEO (Beverage Business) and Mr Stephen Sultana, Head of International Business Development – Simonds Farsons Cisk plc with the Ghanaian...
As the rest of Southern Europe boils, temperatures in Malta dip slightly
Malta Today
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As a heatwave grips the rest of Southern Europe, temperatures in Malta this week are expected to dip slightly. The Met Office said last week Malta experienced the first heatwave of the summer, with temperatures reaching 35.2°C. However, the...
Malta confirmed as a Top Performer in EU eGovernment Benchmark Report
Times of Malta
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June 22, 2025
Malta has once again secured top-tier results in the European Commission’s annual eGovernment Benchmark 2025 report, which evaluates the quality and accessibility of online public services across EU Member States. According to the report, Malta...
Malta’s lauded ‘cheap electricity’ comes at a high price
Cyprus Mail
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June 22, 2025
By Dr Andreas Procopiou In recent weeks, public discourse in Cyprus around the future of the electricity market has been flooded with voices suggesting we should “freeze” electricity prices, just like Malta. They argue that Cyprus should abandon...
Discover the Iconic Café del Mar Experience in Malta
TechBullion
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June 30, 2025
Share Share Share Share Email When it comes to magical sunsets, chilled-out vibes, and unforgettable parties, one place in Malta stands out above the rest — Café del Mar. Located on the scenic northern coast of the island, this iconic beach club...
PN does not own Valletta premises housing its political academy
Malta Today
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The Nationalist Party does not own the Valletta premises, which serves as the seat of its political academy, AŻAD, MaltaToday has learnt. The building, known as Palazzo Pereira, is situated in Republic Street and was recently catapulted into the...
Daily development fines should be doubled and mobile irregular structures seized – Ombudsman
Gozo News
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July 15, 2025
The Ombudsman has recommended that the capped fine amount for irregular development be increased from €50,000 to €100,000 “to better reflect current conditions and strengthen deterrence.” He also said that the regulations be amended to “allow for...
TMIS Editorial - Malta’s gender corrective mechanism: progress or contradiction?
The Malta Independent
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The gender corrective mechanism introduced into Malta's electoral system was born of good intentions: to address a persistent and troubling imbalance in representation and to make the nation's Parliament more reflective of its population. Under...
Malta to Regulate Cryptocurrency in 2025
Telangana Tribune
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June 20, 2025
-Advertisement- Malta is known as the “Blockchain Island” for its proactive approach to cryptocurrency. In 2025, it has solidified its position as a crypto hub with clear regulations that encourage innovation and provide certainty for businesses...
From fertility to water: Malta’s got plans for everything except clean politics
The Malta Independent
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Credit where credit is due: the Maltese government has been nothing if not industrious in churning out strategy documents, long-term plans, and lofty frameworks. From transport to tap water, from fertility to poverty, ministers have been busy...
Upskilling Malta’s workforce through international business education
Times of Malta
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June 29, 2025
In a world where industries continue to shift due to digital innovation, globalisation and the growing demand for adaptability, the role of higher education is evolving. For Malta to remain competitive in this changing landscape, there is a...
‘CARE-OMICS’: cracking the Maltese genome to tackle rare diseases
Times of Malta
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June 29, 2025
The Malta Human Genome Project supported by the Malta Council for Science and Technology (now Xjenza Malta) served to map Maltese DNA to advance understanding of health and disease, in particular, certain rare congenital diseases of blood....
Sunken warships from WWI and WWII are ticking pollution time bombs at the bottom of our oceans
Euronews
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In December 1918, the HMS Cassandra was headed towards Tallinn to support Estonian efforts to break away from Bolshevik rule at the end of World War I. She hit a mine and sank off the island of Saaremaa. Most of her 400 crew survived, but 11 went...
Heritage Malta launches Biennale-themed student summer programme
Gozo News
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June 26, 2025
Heritage Malta is inviting the next generation of creators to explore art, heritage and sustainability through its 2025 Student Summer Programme. Venues include iconic sites such as Ggantija Archaeological Park, and Ta’ Kola Windmill in Gozo and...
Malta emphasises need for level playing field in fisheries control amongst countries
The Malta Independent
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Malta emphasised the need for a level playing field in fisheries control amongst countries, "whereby all vessels operating in the same waters should be subject to equal levels of sustainability and transparency, regardless of whether they are from...
Malta reports fewer asylum applications and lower boat arrivals in 2024
Times of Malta
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June 19, 2025
On the eve of World Refugee Day, which is marked on June 20, the National Statists Office said there was a drop in asylum applications, boat arrivals and pending cases last year. Aside from temporary protection cases, the International Protection...
Malta Public Transport Employee Awards
Times of Malta
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June 18, 2025
Malta Public Transport has honoured the dedication and achievements of its team during its Annual Employee Awards ceremony, placing the spotlight on those who go above and beyond to deliver a reliable, safe and efficient service to bus passengers....