Prime Minister Robert Abela Inaugurates BOV Centre Regeneration Project

Nov 21 2024

Prime Minister Robert Abela hailed the upcoming regeneration of the Bank of Valletta Centre in Santa Venera as a pivotal step in enhancing energy efficiency standards.

Speaking at the inauguration, Dr. Abela emphasized the importance of sustainability and quality in such projects, noting the financial sector’s responsibility to drive green investment. He questioned whether loan terms should differ for projects prioritizing energy efficiency over conventional builds, advocating for greener financial incentives.

Dr. Abela also linked the project to next year’s Budget priorities, highlighting the government’s new measure to contribute to private pensions for public sector workers. He described this as a step towards expanding Malta’s private pensions niche, which has been in development since 2016. The initiative aims to increase workers’ retirement income while fostering long-term savings funds that can be reinvested for national progress.

Marking the bank’s 50th anniversary, Dr. Abela expressed confidence in BOV’s ongoing commitment to quality and sustainability. CEO Kenneth Farrugia and Chairman Gordon Cordina echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the bank’s adaptability, including facilitating remote work for 40% of employees, and its continued focus on future-ready financial solutions.

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Heavy Traffic In Direction Of St Venera Tunnels Northbound

Nov 21 2024

Maltese Roads Traffic Updates took to social media to share that heavy traffic is being reported at the St Venera tunnels moving North (Marsa towards Kappara).

‘Cars are slowing down and it’s leaving a tail back till Marsa/Paola’, wrote MRTU.

‘Heavier than usual traffic along most of the main roads exiting the south of Malta such as tal-Barrani road & Vjal Santa Lucija, Triq Ghajn Dwieli Cospicua starting from near Verdala school continuing all the way to Marsa, Zabbar road Fgura and surrounding areas. Drive Carefully!’

Meanwhile, a car reportedly broke down inside the small tunnel leading from St Venera tunnel to Mriehel. Traffic was reportedly however not effected.

Did you get stuck in traffic this morning?

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Anne Marie Grech Takes Over Puppet Station For Children’s Day

Nov 21 2024

Wife of Opposition leader Bernard Grech, Annemarie, took over the puppet station on Children’s Day at St Joseph School, Blata l-Bajda.

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Annemarie, who works as a primary school teacher, participated in a celebration of International Children’s Day by taking over the puppet entertainment – just one part of her role as a teacher on the day-to-day.

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All The Local Councils Holding Christmas Activities

Nov 21 2024

The Parliamentary Secretary for Local Government announced that Local Councils will organize Christmas activities in 30 localities across Malta and Gozo this December.

These events are supported by €400,000 in funding from the Directorate for Local Government under the scheme for annual cultural activities.

The program includes Christmas villages, light displays, concerts, activities for children and the elderly, traditional food events, and Bethlehem in Għajnsielem in Gozo, among other activities.

Parliamentary Secretary Alison Zerafa Civelli emphasized the importance of preserving Christmas traditions within communities, offering free entertainment for residents and tourists alike.

She highlighted the government’s commitment to cultural growth and improving quality of life through such events.

Financial support for Local Councils has been strengthened to enhance the quality of these activities. Civelli encouraged the public to attend and enjoy the events.

The activities will be held in Ħ’Attard, Mellieħa, Mġarr, Ħal Għargħur, Ħal Lija, San Ġiljan, Birgu, Isla, Raħal Ġdid, Ħal Qormi, Gudja, Ħal Luqa, Marsa, Marsaskala, Marsaxlokk, Santa Luċija, Santa Venera, Ħal Kirkop, Żurrieq, Għajnsielem, Għarb, Ta’ Kerċem/Santa Luċija, Nadur, Qala, San Lawrenz, Ta’ Sannat, Xewkija, and Żebbuġ.

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