In the Press: Government says spring hunting petition process was legal

The Times of Malta

The process followed by the Coalition Against Spring Hunting, in gathering 41,000 signatures for an abrogative referendum, was legal, according to the government. Objections were raised in court last month, which included questioning why the Electoral Commission had not engaged a calligraphy expert to verify the signatures. 

In-Nazzjon

MCAST is facing financial troubles and a deficit of about €2 million after decisions regarding its finances were delayed, according to this newspaper. This has caused delays in the provision of equipment for students' use. 

L-Orizzont

A local entomologist discovered a small meteorite near the Hagar Qim site. The meteorite, which has magnetic properties, weighs in at about 250g and is about 9cm long. 

The Malta Independent

Bishop Charles Scicluna has spoken out against the monetary compensation offered to victims of abuse from members of the church. One victim was allegedly offered a six-figure sum in exchange for the withdrawal of her allegations of sexual abuse against a Dominican priest.