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Jurors Arrested in Fenech Perjury Probe

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A major escalation in the ongoing perjury investigation related to the Yorgen Fenech trial saw the arrest and questioning of several jurors. This development comes as thousands once again took to the streets of Valletta, protesting and demanding justice for the assassination of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia.

Meanwhile, the Planning Authority's CEO, Johann Buttigieg, remains under scrutiny, with an editorial questioning Prime Minister Robert Abela's decision to reinstate him amidst persistent calls for his removal.

In other domestic news, the government has reintroduced its 62+ Government Savings Bond, offering a 3.5% interest rate to savers. Insurers are also advocating for the revival of roadside drug testing data and the re-establishment of the Road Safety Council, while the state has been ordered to pay €143,000 for a rights breach concerning a Fgura police station property.

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Jurors Arrested in Yorgen Fenech Trial Perjury Probe

Several jurors involved in the Yorgen Fenech trial have been arrested and questioned by police as part of an ongoing perjury investigation, with reports indicating some were released on bail. This follows a request from MEP David Casa and a referral from the Attorney General for an investigation into alleged perjury by Yorgen Fenech himself.

The Malta Independent Jurors from Yorgen Fenech trial arrested, questioned by police ↗
Lovin Malta Jurors Arrested in Connection with Yorgen Fenech Trial ↗
Malta Today Jurors in Yorgen Fenech trial arrested and released on bail ↗
The Malta Independent Police to investigate Yorgen Fenech for perjury after David Casa request ↗
Malta Today Attorney General refers alleged Fenech perjury investigation to police ↗

New Wave of Justice Protests in Valletta

Thousands of people participated in a protest march in Valletta, reiterating calls for justice in the assassination of Daphne Caruana Galizia. This demonstration highlights the ongoing public demand for accountability related to the high-profile murder.

Malta Today Thousands march in Valletta for justice over Caruana Galizia assassination ↗

Planning Authority CEO's Reinstatement Questioned

An editorial is questioning Prime Minister Robert Abela's decision to reinstate Johann Buttigieg as CEO of the Planning Authority, suggesting the government is ignoring widespread demands for his removal. This comes amidst ongoing public scrutiny of the planning sector.

The Malta Independent TMID Editorial: If Abela knew, why did he bring Buttigieg back? ↗

Calls for Road Safety Reforms and Drug Testing Data

Insurance companies are advocating for the resumption of roadside drug testing data collection and the re-establishment of the dormant Road Safety Council to enhance road safety measures.

Malta Today Insurers seek revival of drug test data and Road Safety Council ↗

State Ordered to Pay for Property Rights Breach

The state has been mandated to pay €143,000 to the owner of a property housing the Fgura police station, following a court ruling that found a breach of rights.

Malta Today State ordered to pay €143,000 for rights breach on Fgura police station property ↗

Orange Weather Warning Issued for Thundery Showers

The Met Office has issued an orange weather warning, forecasting thundery and gusty showers across the Maltese islands, with rapidly changing weather conditions expected.

Lovin Malta Orange Weather Warning Issued for Thundery Showers ↗