In the Press: IVF success rate drops after regulation change | White paper proposes decriminalization of personal drug use

The Times of Malta

The success rate of IVF treatment halved between 2012 and 2013, when new rules came into force, preventing the fertilization of more than two egg cells at a time. Permission to attempt the fertilization of three eggs was only granted sparingly by the authority regulating the sector.

In-Nazzjon

The Cleaner and Greener Gozo initiative, running for 20 weeks, has come under fire from this newspaper, which alleges that the government is usuing the scheme, aimed at educating and training those looking for employment, to give permanent jobs to its allies. In-Nazzjon claims that individuals recruited for the scheme may have been promised long-term government jobs through the initiative.

L-Orizzont

According to this newspaper's sources, a white paper about to be presented in parliament will propose the decriminalization of the personal use of all drugs. Those found with cannabis would face a fine or warning. Those found with harder drugs would be obligated to adhere to certain strict conditions. It follows the Portugese model of decriminalization.

The Malta Independent

A Maltese economist involved in the reform of the Vatican bank and the Vatican's financial affairs has become the target of conspiracy accusations. Two Italian publications claim that Joseph  F. X. Zahra is at the head of a 'Maltese lobby' seeking to gain control over the Bank for its own financial gains. Zahra categorically rejected the accusations.