Worker Falls Four Storeys Whilst Working In Santa Venera

Jun 15 2023

Earlier today, at around 0800hrs, police were informed that their assistance was needed on a construction site in Triq il-Kappillan Mifsud, Santa Venera.

Police convened immediately on site and found, through preliminary investigations, that a man from Ghana had fallen around four storeys into a shaft whilst working in the building.

The man was given aid from an on-site medical team, and then transported to Mater Dei Hospital for further care. He was later certified as having suffered grievous injuries.

Police investigations are ongoing, along with the Authority for Health and Safety on the Workplace.

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Man Grievously Injured After Fight In Football Pitch

Jun 15 2023

Yesterday evening, at around 2000hrs, police were informed that their assistance was needed at a football ground in Triq Stiefnu Zerafa, Ħal Għargħur.

Police convened immediately on site and, through preliminary investigations, found that a 25-year-old Nepalese man resident of St Paul’s Bay suffered grievous injuries after an argument broke out between players from the two teams.

A medical team was called on site and transported the man to Mater Dei. He was later certified as having suffered grievous injuries.

Police investigations are still ongoing.

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Highlighting The Father’s Role in Maltese Family

Jun 15 2023

The Parliamentary Secretariat for Reforms and Equality celebrated Father’s Day with a public discussion that served as a reflection on the realities and challenges that fathers face in these times.

Among the topics discussed was the need for constant growth in achieving a balance between work and family life, as well as the importance of the presence and active involvement of fathers in childcare.

Prejudices or stigmas that existed in the past regarding men engaging in traditionally female roles were also addressed.

During her intervention, the Parliamentary Secretary for Reforms and Equality, Rebecca Buttigieg, emphasized that the need for a balance between work and family life is more crucial than ever. She stated that this is essential because the female participation rate in the economy for women between the ages of fifteen and sixty-four is over 72%, according to statistics released by the NSO, which is higher than the European average.

“The concept of work-life balance and the division of responsibilities between men and women within the family unit is now more important than ever. The government has introduced a series of family-friendly measures to promote work-life balance for employees.”

Among them are maternity and paternity leave, flexible hours, reduced hours, and teleworking. These measures address the challenges that arise in achieving a proper work-life balance for fathers and mothers. In this way, we can truly strive for equality in society,” said Parliamentary Secretary Buttigieg.

During this conference, there were also several representatives from non-governmental organizations, including representatives from the Malta Mothers Association, workers’ union representatives, and business owners.

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The Right To The Environment Bill Explained By PN

Jun 15 2023

The Nationalist Party has released a document outlining the implications of a proposed bill called “The Right to the Environment,” which aims to establish environmental protection as a fundamental human right for the people of Malta.

Following the conclusion of the public consultation period and the endorsement of the PN parliamentary group, the party presented this bill, intending to amend Malta’s constitution, in Parliament last week. MPs Darren Carabott, Janice Chetcuti, and Stanley Zammit announced the document’s publication during a press conference on Wednesday.

Carabott emphasized that extensive research has gone into this proposal, and experiences from other countries with similar legislation have demonstrated its positive impact. The amendment specifically addresses chapter four of the constitution, which Carabott identified as the only enforceable chapter within it.

Currently, Maltese citizens do not possess the inherent right to a clean and sustainable environment.

Consequently, Carabott stated that this bill would grant individuals the power to advocate for this right. Carabott explained that the proposed bill introduces a comprehensive definition of the environment, encompassing Malta’s towns and villages.

If this fundamental right is violated, the bill empowers citizens and non-governmental organizations to take action against the responsible government. Carabott further emphasized that it would empower the courts to adjudicate such cases. Carabott clarified that although there exists an international agreement among countries to maintain a clean environment, it does not explicitly confer this right to individual citizens. Consequently, as it stands, citizens in Malta still lack the right to a clean environment.

Chetcuti stressed the significance of considering future generations’ welfare by ensuring a healthy environment for them. Despite some loss of Malta’s natural surroundings, Chetcuti expressed optimism about the potential for preservation. She also highlighted everyday issues like traffic, air and noise pollution, and respiratory problems, explaining how this bill would enable citizens to address these concerns.

During Zammit’s speech, he underscored the role of Malta’s planning system in the deterioration of the environment. Zammit emphasized the PN’s objective of adopting a more comprehensive planning system that prioritizes environmental preservation, rather than solely focusing on permit approvals.

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