4,181 People Passed Away In Malta In 2024

4,181 People Passed Away In Malta In 2024
May 30 2025 Share

In a recent parliamentary question, Opposition MP Jerome Caruana Cilia asked Finance Minister Clyde Caruana to provide data on the number of deaths recorded in Malta during the year 2024. The question also requested a breakdown between Maltese and foreign nationals.

Minister Caruana stated that provisional figures indicate a total of A total of 4,181 deaths were recorded among residents of Malta during the course of 2024.

3,943 were Maltese nationals while 238 were foreign nationals.

Minister clarified that the data refers to all deaths of persons residing in Malta and Gozo, regardless of their citizenship.

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Car Fire In Attard Quickly Contained By Civil Protection

Car Fire In Attard Quickly Contained By Civil Protection
May 30 2025 Share

A vehicle caught fire late last night in Ħ’Attard, prompting a rapid response from emergency services. The incident occurred at around 10:30PM on Triq L-Imdina, near the Michael Attard Ltd. showroom.

The car involved was identified as a Pontiac Vibe, which was seen engulfed in flames. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.

Members of the Civil Protection Department arrived swiftly on the scene and managed to bring the fire under control, preventing further damage and ensuring public safety.

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Nearly 1,000 Maltese Books Sent All Around The World For Maltese People Living Abroad

Nearly 1,000 Maltese Books Sent All Around The World For Maltese People Living Abroad
May 30 2025 Share

Over 850 Maltese books are being shipped to six countries as part of a new initiative to establish Maltese language libraries for diaspora communities in Australia, Canada, the UK, the US, Italy, and Belgium.

This project is led by the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister and Ministry for Foreign Affairs and Tourism in collaboration with the Ministry for National Heritage, the Arts and Local Government. The effort also involves the Directorate for Consular Services and Maltese Living Abroad, Ċentru tal-Ilsien Malti, Malta Libraries, and the National Literacy Agency.

The first shipment has already arrived at the Maltese Embassy in Brussels, with other shipments on their way to embassies in the other countries. Each library will offer a wide selection of books in Maltese for all ages, including comics, popular stories, and educational materials like Maltese for Foreigners.

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Avoiding Scams and Handling Claims: Check Out MFSA’s New Podcasts

May 30 2025 Share

The Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) has launched a new podcast series addressing some of the most pressing financial issues affecting the public today, from the rise of financial scams to the complexities surrounding motor insurance claims.

The discussions were hosted and moderated by Malta Daily’s own Keane Cutajar and are now available to watch on the MFSA’s official Facebook page:

Podcast 1: Financial Scams – How to Spot and Avoid Them

🎙️ Speakers: Alistair Cuschieri & George Frendo (Enforcement Team, MFSA)

With scams becoming increasingly sophisticated, the MFSA’s first podcast episode zeroes in on how these frauds operate and what the public can do to protect themselves. Alistair Cuschieri and George Frendo, from MFSA’s Enforcement team, offered clear and practical guidance, responding to public questions and explaining how the MFSA investigates and issues warnings based on scam reports.

Topics discussed included what counts as a financial scam, common types of scams in Malta, recognising red flags, verifying whether a company or advisor is authorised, steps to take if you fall victim to a scam, educational initiatives and more.

Podcast 2: Motor Insurance Claims – What You Need to Know

🎙️ Speaker: Edith Fenech Satchell (Conduct Supervision Team, MFSA)

In the second episode, insurance expert Edith Fenech Satchell shared crucial information about motor insurance claims — demystifying policy terms, outlining the claims process, and offering advice for those facing disputes.

Key discussion points included steps to take after a car accident, understanding one’s insurance policy, common reasons claims are rejected, whether insurance applies when someone else is driving your vehicle, the meaning of “policy excess” and “total loss“, cases involving uninsured or intoxicated drivers, how to dispute an insurance settlement and more.

These podcasts are part of the MFSA’s broader commitment to consumer protection and financial education. By equipping the public with accurate and accessible information, the Authority aims to foster a safer, more transparent financial environment for everyone.

🎧 Catch both full episodes on the MFSA Facebook page and stay informed on the financial issues that matter most.

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