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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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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

Eleven organizations are calling for the resignation of Johann Buttigieg from his position as CEO of Malta's Planning Authority.

Malta Today: Coalition demands removal of planning chief

A group of organizations has written to the Prime Minister demanding the removal of planning chief Johann Buttigieg.

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

During an Independence Day homily, the Archbishop expressed concern that people feel institutions are being influenced by powerful networks.

The Malta Independent: Malta’s institutions must remain stronger than interests seeking to influence…

Archbishop Charles Scicluna has emphasized the critical need for Malta's institutions to be resilient against external influences to maintain public trust.

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

A Eurobarometer survey indicates that a significant majority of Maltese small and medium-sized enterprises are struggling with recruitment and are increasingly employing workers from outside the EU.

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…

Gozo's shadow minister Frank Anthony Tabone is calling for a specific police unit to combat drug trafficking on the island, citing an increase in cocaine use treatment figures.

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

Pop superstar Mariah Carey is set to perform in Malta in December as part of her 'Christmas Time' tour.

Malta Today: 'Queen of Christmas' Mariah Carey to perform in Malta

Renowned artist Mariah Carey is scheduled to perform in Malta during the Christmas season this December.

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

A data breach at Revolut has reportedly impacted around 680 accounts, some of which are believed to belong to Maltese users.

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

Maltese Prime Minister Robert Abela met with members of the Maltese community in New York ahead of the UN Assembly.

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

The group Momentum is actively encouraging the public to voice their opposition to the proposed expansion of the db Group's lido at St George's Bay.

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