In the Press: Gaffarena's Tal-Handaq venue still operating

Stories from today's national press

Mark Gaffarena's entertainment venue in Tal-Handaq, Qormi
Mark Gaffarena's entertainment venue in Tal-Handaq, Qormi

The Times of Malta

46% of the population find it difficult or impossible to access information related to mental health, including ways to handle depression and stress. This was revealed by a survey that looked into health literacy in Malta. Overall, health literacy was found to be good, above the EU average, but difficulties in accessing mental health information remain worrying. 

In-Nazzjon

The EU Central Bank is involved in an investigation into the suspected bailout of Italian bank Banca Popolare di Vicenza through contracts and capital that passed through the Maltese system. 

L-Orizzont

The newspaper reports that emails it has seen show that the helipad at Mater Dei, which is currently located adjacent to the hospital, was recommended by the AFM to be constructed right on top of the Emergency department. 

The Malta Independent

Mark Gaffarena's illegally built entertainment venue in Qormi was, at least until last Saturday, still operational. Three of the plots given to Gaffarena in payment for his share of a Valletta property are close to this venue, in Tal-Handaq.