Hats & Shades School Day To Raise Money For Len & Jacob

Hats & Shades School Day To Raise Money For Len & Jacob
Jan 31 2025 Share

Naxxar’s MRC Middle School organised a ‘Hats and Shades’ fundraising event to raise money for the Len and Jacob Wellness Fund.

The event was an absolute success, as the school community came with funky hats and cool shades, with everyone getting very creative with their displays.

‘Through your generosity and enthusiasm, we raised valuable funds for Len and Jacob Wellness Fund, spreading awareness and support in the best way possible.’

Len and Jacob were diagnosed in 2022 with the rare metabolic degenerative disease referred to as Zellweger.

They and their loved ones have since used their platforms to raise awareness and funds for the therapy needed to combat the disease.

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New Social Housing Project In Qrendi

New Social Housing Project In Qrendi
Jan 31 2025 Share

Minister for Social and Affordable Accommodation, Roderick Galdes, along with Housing Authority officials, visited the ongoing construction of a new social housing project in Qrendi.

Project architects reported that work is progressing smoothly. With an investment of approximately €5.5 million, the development will include 28 apartments and 15 garages.

Minister Galdes highlighted that the project will provide secure and dignified housing for 28 families.

He stated that such initiatives reflect the government’s commitment to expanding social housing and improving community living standards.

He added that efforts in the sector are delivering positive results, particularly for families relying on state support.

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Agreement Reached Between Health Ministry & MAM

Agreement Reached Between Health Ministry & MAM
Jan 31 2025 Share

Doctors have called off a planned strike on Friday after their union reached a last-minute agreement with the Health Ministry.

Health Minister Jo Etienne Abela announced the deal in a Facebook post on Thursday evening, stating that “common sense won for the sake of the ill.”

The Medical Union of Malta will present the provisional agreement to its members in the coming days.

The deal reportedly addresses several unresolved issues, including outsourcing Mater Dei patients to private hospitals, emergency department concerns, and staffing shortages at health centres.

Health Ministry sources confirmed the agreement followed a lengthy meeting on Thursday. The minister described it as a “victory” that would improve efficiency and reduce delays in healthcare services.

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Government Announces Reform Of Magisterial Inquiry Framework

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The Maltese government has announced a reform of Magisterial Inquiries, introducing measures to enhance accountability, protect rights, and streamline legal processes.

The reform, presented by Prime Minister Robert Abela and Minister for Justice and Construction Sector Reform Jonathan Attard, seeks to prevent judicial abuse while ensuring effective investigations.

According to Prime Minister Abela, the reform aligns with the government’s commitment to improving the justice system.

Under the new system, cases involving crimes carrying a prison sentence of more than three years must first be referred to the police, who will have six months to investigate.

If progress is deemed insufficient, a citizen can request a judge to review the matter, at which point admissible evidence must be presented. The judge may then decide whether to continue the investigation, conclude it, or initiate a Magisterial Inquiry.

Changes also include extending the initial timeframe for Magisterial Inquiries from 60 days to six months, with the possibility of an extension up to two years.

Experts involved in inquiries must now be individuals rather than companies, and any inquiry exceeding €50,000 will require approval from the Chief Justice.

Additional rights will be granted to individuals under investigation, including legal assistance and access to case information, while victims and their families will gain statutory rights to monitor inquiry progress.

The Nationalist Party (PN) has criticised the reform, arguing that it restricts citizens’ rights to request inquiries.

PN Leader Bernard Grech has pledged to restore this right if elected, stating that past inquiries initiated by private citizens have exposed government corruption.

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