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Malta's institutions are under intense scrutiny following a public warning from Archbishop Charles Scicluna that the public has lost faith in them. This comes as a coalition of eleven organizations has formally demanded the immediate removal of Johann Buttigieg, the CEO of the Planning Authority, intensifying an ongoing controversy.

In other domestic news, two-thirds of Maltese small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are reportedly facing significant hiring difficulties. Additionally, Nationalist Party MP Frank Anthony Tabone has renewed calls for a dedicated drug squad for Gozo amid rising cocaine treatment figures.

On a more positive note, pop superstar Mariah Carey is set to perform in Malta this December. Separately, Maltese accounts have reportedly been affected by a Revolut data breach, and environmental group Momentum is urging public opposition to a proposed lido expansion at St George's Bay.

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Calls for Planning Authority CEO's Removal Intensify

A coalition of eleven environmental and residents' organizations has formally demanded the immediate removal of Johann Buttigieg, the CEO of Malta's Planning Authority. They have written to Prime Minister Robert Abela, citing concerns about his conduct and the impact of planning decisions.

Lovin Malta 11 Organisations Demand Planning Authority CEO's Removal ↗
Malta Today Coalition demands removal of planning chief ↗

Archbishop Warns of Lost Faith in Institutions

Archbishop Charles Scicluna has expressed grave concern that the public has lost faith in Malta's institutions, suggesting they are being influenced by powerful networks. He emphasized the critical need for institutions to remain resilient against external influences to maintain public trust.

Malta Today Archbishop warns public has lost faith in institutions ↗
The Malta Independent Malta’s institutions must remain stronger than interests seeking to influence… ↗

Maltese SMEs Face Significant Hiring Challenges

A recent Eurobarometer survey reveals that a substantial majority of Maltese small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are struggling with recruitment, leading to an increasing reliance on workers from outside the European Union.

Malta Today Two-thirds of Maltese SMEs face hiring difficulties ↗

Call for Dedicated Gozo Drug Squad

Frank Anthony Tabone, a Nationalist Party Member of Parliament and Shadow Minister for Gozo, is advocating for the establishment of a dedicated police unit to combat drug trafficking on Gozo, citing a rise in cocaine use treatment figures on the island.

The Malta Independent Tabone renews call for dedicated Gozo drug squad amid rising cocaine treatment… ↗

Mariah Carey to Perform in Malta

Pop superstar Mariah Carey has announced she will perform in Malta this December as part of her 'Christmas Time' tour, bringing a major international music event to the island.

Lovin Malta Mariah Carey is Coming to Malta This December ↗
Malta Today 'Queen of Christmas' Mariah Carey to perform in Malta ↗

Maltese Accounts Affected by Revolut Data Breach

A data breach at the financial technology company Revolut has reportedly impacted approximately 680 accounts, with some believed to belong to users in Malta.

Lovin Malta Maltese Accounts Reportedly Affected by Revolut Data Breach ↗

Prime Minister Meets Maltese Community in New York

Prime Minister Robert Abela met with members of the Maltese community in New York while in the United States ahead of the United Nations Assembly.

Lovin Malta Robert Abela Meets Maltese Community in New York ↗

Public Urged to Object to Lido Expansion

The activist group Momentum is actively encouraging the public to submit objections to the proposed expansion of the db Group's lido at St George's Bay.

Malta Today Momentum urges public to object to St George’s Bay lido expansion ↗