Remove Parliament Barriers Campaign Hits Nadur Carnival

Feb 11 2024

Amongst the costumes and floats during this year’s Nadur carnival, one particular showcase stuck out, echoing an ongoing push by MaltaDaily.

A group of carnival goers built a parliament resembling structure, with a sign urging for the removal of the barriers from in front of parliament.

Blending the lines between satire, political commentary and pure carnival craziness, the structure had an uncanny and impressive resemblance to Malta’s parliament.

Some carnival goers also staged a Parliament reshuffle in the streets of Nadur, equipped with a podium, tables and a camera crew.

This comes as MaltaDaily campaigns to have the parliament barriers removed, with 684 signatures as of yet.

You can sign the petition here.

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PN MP Alex Borg Joins In On Carnival Celebrations

Feb 11 2024

Nationalist Party MP Alex Borg recently took part in the festive spirit of carnival, as captured in a lively Instagram Story. The young MP, hailing from Gozo, embraced the traditional celebrations of the sister island, showcasing a vibrant aspect of Maltese culture.

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In the shared moments, Borg could be seen actively participating in the festivities, jamming with a tambourine to the joyous carnival tunes that filled the air. Borg’s involvement not only reflects his connection to Gozo’s rich cultural heritage but also serves as a reminder of the significance of public figures taking part in and endorsing local customs and festivities.

This weekend, Malta and Gozo celebrated what was one of the biggest carnivals in recent history, with thousands of revellers and partygoers taking to the streets of Nadur, Valletta and more to celebrate the time-honoured tradition.

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Thundery Rain Showers Expected For Last Day Of Weekend

Feb 11 2024

According to weather reports, today, Sunday 11th February 2024, is set to bring isolated thundery showers, with temperatures feeling as cold as 17 degrees celsius.

As the carnival weekender continues, temperatures are set to drop to 12 degrees celsius as stormy weather heads to the Maltese islands. This weather is set to persist into tomorrow, Monday 12th February.

So far, this weekend has not brought any strong bouts of rain, letting carnival jubilations to carry on undisturbed.

However, this might not be the case for the final day of celebrations. This is set to follow a rather dry January – drier than the climactic norm with higher than average temperatures.

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Labour Leads PN by 15,000 Votes, Survey Reveals

Feb 11 2024

Ahead of the upcoming MEP elections in June, the latest MaltaToday survey indicates that the Labour Party is currently leading by a substantial margin of 15,000 votes over the Nationalist Party (PN).

According to the survey findings, the Labour Party has successfully maintained a robust support level at 48%, while the PN lags at 41%.

The survey revealed a concerning potential for voter apathy, with an astonishing 37.5% of respondents declaring their intention not to participate in the forthcoming election. Should this sentiment be reflected in the actual voter turnout, it would mark the lowest participation rate in the history of MEP elections in Malta.

The trust barometer also provides insight into the leadership preferences among the Maltese population. Prime Minister Robert Abela has seen an increase in his trust ratings, now at 41.1%, further solidifying his lead over the opposition. In contrast, PN and Opposition leader Bernard Grech’s trust rating stands at a markedly lower 16.7%. This disparity in trust levels accentuates the challenges faced by the PN as it attempts to bridge the gap with the Labour Party.

Will you be voting in June’s MEP elections?

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