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The scourge of corruption
In his visit to Malta Pope Francis had called on the authorities to step up the fight against corruption, foster honesty in politics and refrain from forging ahead with uncontrolled…
Eco-Gozo or Lego-Gozo?
This time of the year many decide to take a break on the sister island to refresh themselves for the weeks and months ahead as probably there will not be…
The COLA increase
In its Budget proposals the Chamber of Commerce, Enterprise and Industry is proposing that workers who are due some form of pay rise, should not receive the full cost of…
The end of the road?
Recent remarks by Roads Minister Aaron Farrugia who blamed the traffic congestion being experienced in the hot sweltering summer months to disruptions caused by village feasts have gone viral on…
No moral authority to tighten the belt as long as the hospitals deal is not rescinded
Finance Minister Clyde Caruana has reportedly rolled out a cost cutting exercise across the board to the tune of €200 million. Such drastic measure is being justified on the grounds…
The perils of a Darwinian educational system
This time of the year students and teachers take a well-deserved break ahead of a new scholastic year. However, for students who for some reason or another fail to reach…
Every breath you take
Recent data tabled in parliament shows that despite efforts to mitigate toxic emissions the air quality in certain residential areas is nonetheless posing a hazard. According to the Environment Resources…
A lesson in integrity
Former British Prime Minister Harold Wilson once famously said that a week is a long time in politics. Recent events at 10 Downing Street have shown that nowadays even 48…
Setting the record straight on inflation
Despite the worrying trend in the cost of living which has risen sharply in the last year, it seems some are trying to take solace from the fact that compared…
The housing problem
“Housing, be it rental or purchase, is unlikely to be a realistic prospect for young people in Malta were it not for government intervention or family assistance, unless they marry…