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Farmers On Second Protest Drive Through Malta’s Streets

Farmers On Second Protest Drive Through Malta's Streets
Feb 15 2024 Share

Farmers have mobilised their tractors against EU directives, driving through Maltese streets. 

 

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Organized by the Għaqda Bdiewa Attivi and supported by various other food production-related organizations, the protest aims to build upon the achievements of their initial demonstration held two weeks ago.

Marked as the first organized protest by farmers in a generation, the previous event was part of a larger movement across Europe, where EU farmers voiced their concerns about stringent European regulations and trade agreements that disadvantage them against cheaper foreign produce flooding EU markets.

In anticipation of Thursday’s protest, farmers have stated their intention to present the government with several proposals aimed at mitigating the adverse effects of these EU policies.

 

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The protest is kicked off at 11:45 am, with farmers driving through Attard, the Mrieħel bypass, Marsa-Ħamrun bypass, Aldo Moro Road, Blata l-Bajda, and Floriana, concluding at Triq l-Għassara tal-Għeneb along Valletta’s waterfront. Following this procession, vehicles will be parked, and a press conference is slated to take place around 2 pm.

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Dog Who Was Shot Multiple Times Makes Full Recovery

Dog Who Was Shot Multiple Times Makes Full Recovery
Feb 15 2024 Share

Snoops, a dog who was shot multiple times, has made a full recovery and is now out and about, mingling with other dogs at the Association for Abandoned Animals shelter. 

The AAA Sanctuary shared a video of Snoops receiving some love and making new doggy friends. 

He has been fully healed and has been neutered and fully vaccinated so that he can safely interact with other pawed residents. 

Snoops was the second shot dog to be rescued in a matter of days. A video had also gone viral of animal welfare officers reportedly dragging him, enraging many.

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Gozo Ferry Filled With Tractors Ahead Of Farmer Protest

Gozo Ferry Filled With Tractors Ahead Of Farmer Protest
Feb 15 2024 Share

A photo uploaded to Facebook by Celestino Cini shows a regiment of tractors aboard a Gozo Channel ferry as farmers head to Malta to protest. 

The tractors filled the parking area of the vessel as people snapped photos of the bizarre sight. 

This follows the announcement that a second protest will be organised today by Għaqda Bdiewa Attivi, set to start from Ta’ Qali all the way to Valletta. 

Organized by the Għaqda Bdiewa Attivi and supported by various other food production-related organizations, the protest aims to build upon the achievements of their initial demonstration held two weeks ago.

Marked as the first organized protest by farmers in a generation, the previous event was part of a larger movement across Europe, where EU farmers voiced their concerns about stringent European regulations and trade agreements that disadvantage them against cheaper foreign produce flooding EU markets.

The protest is scheduled to commence at 11:45 am, with farmers driving through Attard, the Mrieħel bypass, Marsa-Ħamrun bypass, Aldo Moro Road, Blata l-Bajda, and Floriana, concluding at Triq l-Għassara tal-Għeneb along Valletta’s waterfront. Following this procession, vehicles will be parked, and a press conference is slated to take place around 2 pm.

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Source: Celestino Cini, Sandro Dimech

4 Persons Died On The Work Place In Last 6 Months Of 2023

4 Persons Died On The Work Place In Last 6 Months Of 2023
Feb 15 2024 Share

In the latter half of 2023, there was a decrease of 102 claims for non-fatal work accidents compared to the same period in 2022, marking an 8.3% decline. 

Administrative records indicate a total of 1,127 non-fatal accidents, with the manufacturing sector experiencing the highest proportion at 15.5%, followed by construction at 12.5%, and wholesale/retail trade at 12.1%. 

One-third of those involved were absent from work for three days or less, while 18.0% were absent for 21 days or more. The majority of accidents involved elementary occupations, with 27.3% occurring in the 35-44 age group. 

Maltese nationals comprised 73.3% of those affected. Back injuries accounted for 29.3% of all injuries, followed by wounds/superficial injuries (748 cases) and dislocations/sprains/strains (298 cases). Enterprises with 500 or more employees saw 27.6% of the accidents. 

The standardised incidence rate of non-fatal accidents per 100,000 employed persons was highest in manufacturing, followed by construction and transportation/storage. The Occupational Health and Safety Authority reported four fatal accidents in the second half of 2023, down from seven in the same period of 2022.

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Source: NSO