In an official statement, Tony Sultana, the Permanent Secretary, underscores the importance of prioritising the Maltese language within public administration.
He mentions issuing instructions to the Heads of Public Administration to ensure that Maltese is used as extensively as possible. Sultana emphasizes that Maltese has always been and continues to be a priority for public administration, reflecting its significance in the national context.
Furthermore, Sultana stresses the collective responsibility to preserve and strengthen the Maltese language, referring to it as belonging to the entire populace. He calls for collaborative efforts from all individuals to keep the language alive and robust.
Overall, Sultana’s message highlights the essential role of the Maltese language in the functioning of public administration and underscores the importance of promoting its usage and vitality within society.
Prime Minister Robert Abela stated on Tuesday that KM Malta Airlines must ensure its cabin crew can speak Maltese, particularly when he flies with the national carrier.
Abela’s comments came in response to criticism over the airline’s decision to drop Maltese proficiency as a requirement for cabin crew hires, a move aimed at broadening the pool of prospective recruits.
The Nationalist Party condemned this decision, labeling it “shameful” for a national carrier not to prioritize the country’s primary language. In response, Abela emphasized the importance of treating the Maltese language with respect and safeguarding it in state agencies.
A spokesperson for KM Malta Airlines assured that at least one cabin crew member on each flight would speak Maltese, with a commitment to adopting Maltese as the airline’s first language.
Abela also expressed the need for government buildings and projects to use Maltese in signage, stressing the importance of preserving the language’s unique identity. While no specific examples were mentioned, the emphasis was placed on valuing and safeguarding the Maltese language.
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