Police union calls out inadequate Valletta police station conditions

Jul 20 2022

The Malta Police Union has once again called out another case of a police station not being up to standards in terms of working conditions, this time pointing to the Valletta police station.

Valletta, which is sometimes dubbed as an ‘open-air museum’, was chosen as the European Capital of Culture in 2018.

‘The city is noted for its fortifications, consisting of bastions, curtains and cavaliers, along with the beauty of its Baroque palaces, gardens and churches. Amongst its beauties, a Tourist may also come across the Valletta Police Station’ the union said.

The statement by the union said that it seems as though the last sort of maintenance was done back in 2018. According to PQ 6945 (XIII), the statement highlighted, around €1900 had been spent.

‘This is not an adequate working space for our Police Officers and for sure not a serene environment for victims of crime. Two years down the line and the so called Malta Police Transformation Strategy is not catering for these issues, which are of utmost importance to our demotivated district officers.’

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Maltese fashion brand Lumija Swim makes it big in Miami Swim Week

Jul 20 2022

Local brand Lumija Swim, created by Nicolette Busuttil, managed to make it big in Miami Swim Week as the stunning pieces were modelled at the prestigious ceremony.

The brand has already been donned by some influencers and celebrities, including Love Island stars such as Shaughna Philips. And the brand continued to make waves as their focus on inclusivity is earning it a spot in more renowned spaces.

The brand offers swim wear for all body sizes and shapes, aiming to have women feel comfortable in their own skin. During Miami Swim Week, Lumija Swim were particularly praised for the fact that their pieces go up to G cup and not just up to XL, like many other brands do.

Two famous models also donned the brand – with Greek model and Miss Universe 2018 representative Ioanna Bella as well as TikTok famous Virginia Sanhouse modelling the pieces.

The feature at Miami Swim Week also puts Lumija in the same building as some of the world’s most talented and influential designers. And given it’s budding success, the feature at the showcase could open massive new opportunities for Busuttil.

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Minister and Commissioner responsible for police shortages say PN MPs

Jul 20 2022

Addressing a press conference, PN MPs Joe Giglio and Alex Borg stated that Police Commissioner Angelo Gafa and Home Affairs Minister Byron Camilleri are the ones to be held responsible for any accident which occurs due to the state of police working conditions.

PN spokesperson for Home Affairs Joe Giglio said that Malta is facing a reality wherein the police force is lacking new recruits and also losing members due to a lack of motivation.

He blamed officers being overworked, overstretched and underpaid and said that whilst we often hear about someone leaving the force we scarcely hear about someone joining.

This comes after the Malta Police Union highlighted the conditions of some police stations in terms of infrastructure, the latest being the St Julian’s station which was described as a horror house.

On his part, PN spokesperson for Gozo Alex Borg said that the lack of security could be felt in Gozo. He pointed to several incidents which cause tension amongst citizens. A lack of trust is also present, but Borg said that he cannot blame the police for this happening as they are doing their job to the best of their ability.

He said that everyone has a right to feel safe in their home, and that the Nationalist Party is ready to work with the government to ensure that the problem is tackled as soon as possible.

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Active Ageing Minister celebrates woman’s 103rd birthday

Jul 20 2022

Born on the 20th of July 1919, Costanza Magro just turned 103 years old. Living in the San Vincenz De Paul, the woman’s long life was celebrated by loved ones and staff.

Among them was Minister for Active Ageing Jo Etienne Abela, who visited Costanza at the care home. Gifting her a bouquet of flowers, the Minister wished her well and celebrated her special day.

Happy birthday Costanza!

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