Matthew Tabone Appointed As Head of Cabinet by Roberta Metsola

Aug 28 2024

Roberta Metsola, President of the European Parliament, has appointed Matthew Tabone as her head of cabinet. This new role merges with his current responsibilities as head of her private office and public relations , according to a spokesperson from Metsola’s office.

Matthew Tabone, who joined the European Parliament in 2013 as head of Metsola’s office when she was an MEP, has been one of her closest advisers. In recent years, he has overseen significant initiatives, including managing transparency reforms in the wake of the Qatargate scandal and coordinating the president’s engagement with the European public ahead of the 2023 European Parliament elections.

He replaces Leticia Zuleta De Reales Ansaldo, who has taken on the role of director for national parliaments within the European Parliament.

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2 Parents With 2 Kids Need €19,153 Yearly For Decent Life

Aug 28 2024

The latest Caritas Malta study reveals that a family of four, with two adults and two children, needs at least €19,153 annually to maintain a decent living in Malta.

This is part of the 2024 edition of the Minimum Essential Budget for a Decent Living (MEBDL), which calculates the cost of essential goods and services such as food, clothing, health, education, and transport.

The study outlines three household types: a family of four (€19,153), a single parent with two children (€17,012.83), and a couple aged 65 and over (€14,731.79).

Caritas also introduced an Augmented Basket, which includes extra costs like dining out, owning a car, and unsubsidized housing, raising the budget for a family of four to €33,176.50, for a single parent to €30,724.33, and for an elderly couple to €26,556.29.

Food expenses account for 30% to 56% of total costs across all household types. The study includes 31 policy recommendations aimed at promoting social justice, economic equality, and sustainable living for low-income families in Malta.

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Source: Caritas Malta

Regional Road Traffic After Multiple Car Collision

Aug 28 2024

In a post uploaded to social media by Yvonne Desira Buttigieg, a collision between at least 5 cars took place in Regional Road.

‘Ambulance and police arrived in no time at all’, reported Buttigieg.

It is unclear whether anyone was injured.

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Source: Yvonne Desira Buttigieg

Mosta Girl Guides Represent Malta At Essex Jamboree

Aug 28 2024

The Mosta Girl Guides embarked on a memorable adventure to the UK this summer, with 33 participants, including 11 adult volunteers, representing Malta at the Essex International Jamboree 2024 (EIJ 2024).

Held in Chelmsford from July 27th to August 7th, this international event themed “A Celebration of Girl Guiding and Scouting” offered the girls a chance to engage in diverse activities, forge new friendships, and experience a rich cultural exchange. The jamboree was packed with exciting experiences, including cycling, archery, high ropes, and team-building challenges.

The campsite featured different zones, each with unique activities. The girls enjoyed water-based fun, creative problem-solving, and even traditional English games like cricket. One of the highlights was the International Night, where the Mosta Girl Guides proudly showcased Maltese culture, performing songs and sharing traditional foods.

After the jamboree, the adventure continued in London, where the girls explored famous landmarks, enjoyed a Thames River cruise, and visited Pax Lodge, a World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts center. The trip concluded with the Mosta Girl Guides hosting a group from Buckinghamshire in Malta, further strengthening their bonds of friendship.

This journey was an opportunity for the girls to grow, learn, and proudly represent Malta on an international stage, creating lifelong memories and friendships. For more information on joining the Malta Girl Guides, parents can contact the association via Facebook or at [email protected].