Over 403 Million Containers Collected Since 2022 BCRS Launch

Oct 18 2024

Over 403 million containers have been collected since the Beverage Container Refund Scheme (BCRS) launched in Malta on November 12, 2022.

This total includes 357,443,632 containers deposited in reverse vending machines and 46,096,348 manually collected from shops and catering establishments, according to Energy and Environment Minister Miriam Dalli.

Despite this large number of returns, nearly €2 million worth of vouchers given to people in exchange for their deposited bottles and cans have yet to be redeemed.

Up until September, €35,202,734 worth of vouchers were issued, but €1,978,429 remained un-exchanged.

Some of these vouchers have expired, as they have a 12-month validity period, though many may still be valid.

The BCRS was introduced to incentivise the return of single-use beverage containers by adding a 10-cent refundable deposit to the sale of beverages.

Consumers can recoup the deposit by returning the empty containers to retailers or reverse vending machines, of which over 300 have been installed across Malta and Gozo.

Minister Miriam Dalli shared these details in response to a parliamentary question by Nationalist MP Ian Vassallo.

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Roberta Metsola Welcomes President Zelenskyy Back To EP

Oct 18 2024

Taking to social media, European Parliament President Roberta Metsola shared the moment Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was welcomed back to the parliament as the invasion by Russia rages on.

‘We will continue to stand together for as long as it takes. For peace, for freedom, for security, for justice’, wrote Metsola.

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Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022 on February 24th, a major escalation of the Russo-Ukrainian War which started back in 2014.

Metsola has continuously sounded her support for the Ukrainians in the years since the invasion, meeting with Zelenskyy on multiple occasions as the country vies for membership in the European Union (a membership inputted as of 28th February 2022 – four days after it was invaded).

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More Celebrity Tributes Pour In For Liam Payne

Oct 18 2024

The celebrity world is pouring with tributes for the late singer and One Direction member Liam Payne after the announcement of his sudden passing.

Among the tributes was one from the team behind the X Factor, saying;

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‘We are heartbroken by the sad passing of Liam Payne. He was immensely talented and, as part of One Direction, Liam will leave a lasting legacy on the music industry and fans around the world.’

Liam got his start alongside One Direction through the singing competition, with stardom following soon after their joining together under the guide of Simon Cowell.

Other celebrities posted tributes for the artist, among them Rita Ora.

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‘I’m devastated’, wrote Ora. ‘He had the kindest soul, I will never forget. I loved working with him so much – he was just such a joy to be around on and off stage. This tragic news breaks my heart. Sending all my love and prayers to his family and loved ones. Our song For You takes on a whole new meaning for me now. R.I.P.’

‘Talking about Liam in the past tense is utterly heartbreaking. He was such a loving and kind soul. I will treasure the moments I got to spend with him. My thoughts are with his family today’, wrote James Corden.

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A tribute was also shared by Soccer Aid: ‘Liam captained England in 2022 and returned for the 2023 match to play a second time. Thank you for everything you did to help support children around the world, Liam.’

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DJ Alesso too wrote:

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‘Can’t believe you’re gone Liam. I’m grateful we got to create magic together on ‘Midnight’ and even more thankful for the friendship we had. We shared many laughs and great memories that I’ll carry with me always. Rest easy, my friend.’

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One Direction Members Mourn Liam Payne’s Passing

Oct 18 2024

Taking to social media, boy band One Direction members Louis, Zayn, Niall and Harry released a joint statement mourning the death of Liam Payne.

‘We’re completely devastated by the news of Liam’s passing. In time, and hen everyone is able to, there will be more to say’, the group said.

‘But for now, we will take some time to grieve and process the loss of our brother, who we loved dearly’.

‘The memories we shared with him will be treasured forever. For now, our thoughts are with his family, his friends, and the fans who loved him alongside us. We will miss him terribly.’

The boys also released statements individually, with Harry Styles sharing a photo of Liam performing and a statement saying; ‘His greatest joy was making other people happy, and it was an honour to be alongside him as he did it.’

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‘I am beyond devastated to be writing this but yesterday I lost a brother. Liam was somebody I looked up to everyday, such a positive, funny, and kind soul’, Louis Tomlinson wrote on his part.

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‘Liam, I have found myself talking out loud to you, hoping you can hear me. I can’t help but think selfishly that there was so many more conversations for us to have in our lives’, wrote Zayn, also sharing a photo of the late Liam on his feed.

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Niall Horan is yet to issue a personal statement.

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