Pre-budget snap election ruled out by Prime Minister

Sep 21 2021

Teasing on the much anticipated and speculated upon upcoming election, Prime Minister Robert Abela revealed that despite the legislature not having more than nine months to it, it has not yet ended yet. Speaking during a party rally in Ta’ Qali on Monday, Abela stated that there are projects coming to a finish and an upcoming budget which will show what vision is in the works.

In the first mass-rally post COVID-19 pandemic, all with a seated audience and health protocols, Abela took to the stage alongside his wife Lydia and, later, daughter Giorgia Mae as supporters cheered him on. Key reforms were discussed throughout his speech at the rally.

Abela spoke about having serious discussions on serious reform as, according to him, the current electoral laws need to better reflect the society we inhabit today. Pension increases will be coupled with the lack of tax increases during the budget, Abela revealed, stating that it will leave more money in people’s pockets.

Apart from the previously discussed metro, the studies of which are set to be released soon for public consultation, he also focused on economic growth for the country. Abela labelled himself as a European social democrat and claimed that employers must enjoy a level playing field.

Citing praise given to Malta by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, Abela stated that everyone acknowledges the changes Malta is going through. He continued by stating that the government is looking to make the country cleaner by working to lowering emissions but also protecting people from the negative impacts of a carbon neutrality shift.

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Photo Source: Robert Abela FB

Bernard Grech rallies for change and labels PM as detached rich man

Sep 21 2021

Addressing an audience at the Floriana Granaries on, Opposition Leader Bernard Grech rallied his supporters as he vouched for change against what he deems to be current Prime Minister Robert Abela’s ‘comfortable upbringing’. Grech insisted that, unlike Abela, he can understand the concerns of ordinary people due to his humble beginnings.

The Nationalist Party leader criticized Abela for boarding his yacht and darting off to Sicily whilst the country struggles with a pandemic and an FATF grey-listing. He contrasted this with the Opposition’s ‘dynamic and strong’ team with him at the helm who can address the public’s everyday aspirations, costs and struggles. He also urged supporters to lift their heads high and be proud of the historical achievements of the party.

Grech kicked off his speech on Monday evening with the trademark phrase reminiscent of Eddie Fenech Adami ‘Dear Maltese and Gozitan brethren’ (Gheziez huti Maltin u Ghawdxin). During the gathering, which abided by COVID-19 health restrictions, Grech also stated that he does not fear the big fish unlike Abela, who failed, according to Grech, to denounce the wrongs of his predecessor.

Pointing to Abela’s inability to act against Rosianne Cutajar, Edward Zammit Lewis and Carmelo Abela, Grech rallied his supporters to join him towards the road of change. He said that he is running for Prime Minister because he believes truth can be changed. Calling for environmentalists and other activists to join the party, he also accused Labour of lacking ideas and being negative in an attempt to flip the image the PN has been historically labelled with.

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Photo Source: Bernard Grech FB

Malta could be getting a metro very soon as studies set for release

Sep 21 2021

Prime Minister Robert Abela has promised to publish the government-commissioned studies which are working towards introducing a metro on the island. The studies would be published for public consultation as the Prime Minister argues that such massive a project would be necessary for future generations. The coming weeks will see the studies released following their alleged completion since last February, Abela told a Labour Party rally. The metro, which could revolutionize public transport, should be analyzed from all factors and angles, continued Abela.

Such concerns include whether or not a metro is in fact needed, whether such transport is ready to be used instead of private cars, whether the public is ready for the inconveniences which will pop up whilst the metro is being built and even whether the public is ready to continue ‘modernizing’ the country further. The Prime Minister emphasized keeping the future generations in mind when taking such decisions as this could change not only transportation but also the very landscape of Malta.

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Photo Source: Robert Abela FB

McDonald’s apparel is here and people are lovin’ it

Sep 21 2021

Fast-food chain giant McDonald’s and cause-driven pop culture retailer BoxLunch have teamed up to announce their multi-category collaboration. The bringing together of these two brands has produced an assortment of apparel, accessories and collectibles, all exclusively available at BoxLunch stores and BoxLunch.com starting from September 20th. With items for both men and women, the collaboration features everything from McDonald’s handbags, socks, T-shirts, hoodies, and other accessories.

The release celebrates retro graphics, beloved characters and modern iconography from the archives of the ‘Golden Arches’. Senior Director of Strategic Alliances at McDonald’s said that ‘as a brand serving tens of thousands of communities across the world, we’re always focused on living our purpose of feeding and fostering the communities we operate in.’ Connecting fandom and philanthropy, BoxLunch donates a meal to a person in need for every $10 spent-in-store or online through their partnership with Feeding America. Would you don some of the new McDonald’s merch?

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