Notices published in Govt. Gazette No. 19,426 of 15 May 2015

Examination for the Issue of Engine Driver Licence (Land) - May 2015

The Director of Examinations notifies that the notice for the above-mentioned examination has been sent to the candidates concerned.

Those applicants who have not received the notice of the examination are advised to contact immediately the Department of Examinations, Floriana, on telephone number 2598 2968.

PARLIAMENTARY SECRETARIAT FOR THE EU PRESIDENCY 2017 AND EU FUNDS

Operational Programme II – Cohesion Policy 2014-2020

Investing in the Human Capital to Create

More Opportunities and Promote the Wellbeing of Society

Call for Project Proposals under the European Social Fund (ESf)

The Managing Authority for Cohesion Policy 2014-2020 in Malta, the Planning and Priorities Co-ordination Division (PPCD) within the Ministry for European Affairs and Implementation of the Electoral Manifesto (MEAIM), notifies that it is launching a call for project proposals, to be undertaken by Ministries, Government Departments, Central Government Authorities and the Public Sector Companies. This Call will close on 11th September, 2015 at noon and will contribute to the priority axis and investment priorities listed below:

Priority Axis 1 – ‘Investing in the employability and adaptability of human capital’

(a) Investment Priority 8i – Accessing to employment for job seekers and inactive people, including the long term unemployed and people far from the labour market, also through local employment initiatives and support for labour mobility.

(b) Investment Priority 8ii – Sustainable integration into the labour market of young people (ESF), in particular those not in employment, education or training, including young people at risk of social exclusion and young people from marginalised communities, including through the implementation of the Youth Guarantee.

Priority Axis 3 – ‘Investing in people through Education, Training and Life Long Learning’

(a) Investment Priority 10ii – Improving the quality and efficiency of, and access to, tertiary and equivalent education with a view to increasing participation and attainment levels, especially for disadvantaged groups.

(b) Investment Priority 10iii – Enhancing equal access to lifelong learning for all age groups in formal, non formal and informal settings, upgrading the knowledge, skills and competences of the workforce, and promoting flexible learning pathways including through career guidance and validation of acquired competences.

Additional guidance is available online on (http://eufunds.gov.mt/opencalls) (PPCD section). The online application form for the submission of project proposals and detailed Guidance Notes will be available later on in May on (http://eufunds.gov.mt/opencalls). Prospective applicants are encouraged to refer to Operational Programme II available on the above link and the Guidance Notes in order to check whether their proposals are eligible for funding through this call for project proposals.

Information sessions are being organised for prospective applicants. Applicants are invited to enrol by filling in a registration form available on (http://eufunds.gov.mt/opencalls) by 27th May, 2015 at noon. The dates and subjects of the sessions are as follows:

2nd June (general overview); 16th June (how to apply online); 23rd June (how to plan a project proposal); 30th June (how to implement a project proposal).

Additional sessions may be organised depending on requests received.

Further information and generic queries on this call and on the European Structural and Investment Funds 2014-2020 may be obtained from (www.eufunds.gov.mt) or from PPCD’s Email Helpdesk: (info.ppcd@gov.mt).

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PLANNING AND PRIORITIES CO-ORDINATION DIVISION,

PARLIAMENTARY SECRETARIAT FOR THE EU PRESIDENCY 2017 AND EU FUNDS

Operational Programme I – Cohesion Policy 2014-2020

Fostering a Competitive and Sustainable Economy to meet Our Challenges

Call for Project Proposals under the European Regional Development Fund (Erdf) and Cohesion Fund

The Managing Authority for Cohesion Policy 2014-2020 in Malta, the Planning and Priorities Co-ordination Division (PPCD) within the Ministry for European Affairs and Implementation of the Electoral Manifesto (MEAIM), notifies that it is launching a call for project proposals, to be undertaken by Ministries, Government Departments, Central Government Authorities and the Public Sector Companies. This Call will close on 11th September, 2015 at noon and will contribute to the Priority Axis and Investment Priorities listed below:

Priority Axis 3 – ‘Enhancing Malta’s competitiveness through investment in SMEs’

(a) Investment Priority 3d – Supporting the capacity of SMEs to grow in regional, national and international markets, and to engage in innovation processes.

Priority Axis 4 – ‘Shifting towards a low-carbon economy’

(a) Investment Priority 4a – Promoting the production and distribution of energy derived from renewable sources.

Priority Axis 5 – ‘Protecting our environment - investing in natural and cultural assets’

(a) Investment Priority 6c – Conserving, protecting, promoting and developing natural and cultural heritage.

Priority Axis 11 – ‘Investing in TEN-T infrastructure’

(a) Investment Priority 7i – Supporting a Multimodal Single European Transport Area by investing in the TEN-T.

Additional guidance is available online on (http://eufunds.gov.mt/opencalls) (PPCD section). The online application form for the submission of project proposals and detailed Guidance Notes will be available later on in May on (http://eufunds.gov.mt/opencalls). Prospective applicants are encouraged to refer to Operational Programme I available on the above link and the Guidance Notes in order to check whether their proposals are eligible for funding through this call for project proposals.

Information sessions are being organised for prospective applicants. Applicants are invited to enrol by filling in a registration form available on (http://eufunds.gov.mt/opencalls) by 27th May, 2015 at noon. The dates and subjects of the sessions are as follows:

2nd June (general overview); 16th June (how to apply online); 23rd June (how to plan a project proposal); 30th June (how to implement a project proposal).

Additional sessions may be organised depending on requests received.

Further information and generic queries on this call and on the European Structural and Investment Funds 2014-2020 may be obtained from (www.eufunds.gov.mt) or from PPCD’s Email Helpdesk: (info.ppcd@gov.mt).

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WATER SERVICES CORPORATION

Suspension of Parking

The Executive Chairman Water Services Corporation notifies that due to works in Triq Birkirkara, Saint Julians, and subsequent diversion of traffic, no parking will be allowed on one side of Triq il-Qalb Imqaddsa from Monday 4th May till Monday 15th June, 2015. A site plan of the diversion can be found on (http://www.wsc.com.mt/content/works-birkirkara-road-st-julians).

(Co-operatives Societies Act No. XXX of 2001)

Winding up Order

Order No. 2

Whereas Training 4 Life Co-operative Ltd. which was registered on the 7th August 2012, ceased functioning and the Co-operatives Board is satisfied that the Society should be wound up in accordance with and for the purposes of the provisions of section 100 (2) of the Co-operative Societies Act No. XXX of 2001, the Co-operatives Board has ordered the said Society to be wound up, and has appointed Mr Godfrey Sammut, of 9, Triq in-Nigret, Naxxar NXR 4231 to be liquidator.

Ms Frances Mifsud

Chairperson

Co-Operatives Board

(CAP. 117)

Agricultural Marketing Centres Regulations, 1975

Notice of Opening Hours

In exercise of his duties in terms of regulation 4 of the Agricultural Marketing Centres Regulations, 1975, the Director responsible for wholesale markets hereby notifies that from Monday, 4th May, 2015, the agricultural marketing centre (Pitkalija) shall be kept open for business at the following hours:

Farmersfrom 5.00 a.m. onwards;

Hawkers (on foot)from 6.30 a.m. onwards;

Hawkers (with vehicles)from 7.30 a.m. onwards;

Scheme on Adaptation Works in Dwellings Occupied by Tenants and Owners

With reference to Scheme on Adaptation Works in Dwellings Occupied by Tenants and Owners published in the Government Gazette of the 13th March 2012, the Housing Authority wishes to effect the following amendment:

Sub-Clause (iv) of Clause 11 to read as follows:

(iv) Adaptation Cash Grant approved under this Scheme shall not exceed the total reasonable costs of the works to be carried out as approved by the Authority, and in each case shall not exceed the sum of €10,000.

Provided that where the works to be carried out consist only in improvement works in or in the installation of a bathroom, the said cash grant shall not exceed €2,000.

RETAIL PRICE INDEX  Price Index Gaz 15.5.pdf

Fuel Service Stations Policy

The Malta Environment and Planning Authority notifies that it has prepared a Strategic Environment Assessment screening process on the Fuel Service Stations Policy and it was concluded that no SEA is required as per L.N. 497 of 2010.

The Fuel Service Stations Policy and the screening document may be downloaded from the MEPA website.

Policy and Design Guidance for Cemetries

The Malta Environment and Planning Authority notifies that it has prepared a Strategic Environment Assessment screening process on the Policy and Design Guidance for Cemeteries and it was concluded that no SEA is required as per L.N. 497 of 2010.

The Policy and Design Guidance for Cemeteries and the screening document may be downloaded from the MEPA website.

Environmental Impact Assessment Regulations, 2007

Public Invitation for Comments

Proposed Fuel Service Station, including storage at basement level, Class 4b Shop, Tyre Service Garage,

ATM and car wash facilities at ground floor level

Site at, Triq Burmarrad, Burmarrad, San Pawl il-Baħar, Malta

Application No. TRK 159681 (EA00019/15)

The Malta Environment and Planning Authority is currently formulating terms of reference for the preparation of an Environmental Planning Statement for the above-mentioned development. The general public is invited to submit written comments on matters it wishes to see included in the terms of reference.

Written submissions should be sent via email to: (eiamalta@mepa.org.mt)

or by post to:

EIA Team

Environment Protection Directorate,

Malta Environment and Planning Authority,

St. Francis Ravelin, Floriana FRN 1230

Comments are to reach the Authority within 3 weeks of the date of this notice, and should bear the following title:

EIA on TRK 159681 (EA 00019/15)

For further details visit the Authority’s website: (http://www.mepa.org.mt/permitting-ea-main).

The Youth Guarantee Project ESF 3.231

Expression of Interest for Revision Classes Officers in Charge for SEC Resits September 2015 Session

The Ministry for Education and Employment notifies that Heads of School and Assistant Heads from the State and Non-State Sector are eligible to apply.

Interested parties can download further information from (www.education.gov.mt/OIC).

Opening Date: Saturday, 23rd May, 2015

Closing Date: Saturday, 6th June, 2015

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Ministry for Education and Employment

The Youth Guarantee Project ESF 3.231

Expression of Interest for Revision Classes Teachers for SEC Resits September 2015 Session

The Ministry for Education and Employment notifies that qualified teachers from the State and Non-State Sectorin English, Maltese, Mathematics and Physics are eligible to apply.

Interested parties can download further information from (www.education.gov.mt/teachers).

Opening Date: Saturday, 23rd May, 2015

Closing Date: Saturday, 6th June, 2015

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Ministry for Sustainable Development, the Environment and Climate Change

Agricultural and Rural Payments Agency

Extension for the payment Claims related to Direct and Area aid Schemes for Farmers and Livestock Breeders

The Agricultural and Rural Payments Agency within the Ministry for Sustainable Development, the Environment and Climate Change will be extending the period for receiving payment claims for the year 2015 on various schemes financed by the European Union and co-financed by the Maltese Government.

The schemes for Financial Aid that one can apply for are:

Direct Payment Schemes

Less Favoured Areas

Agri-Environmental Measures 2007-2013

Areas with Natural Constraints

Payment Claims will be accepted until Monday, 15th June, 2015.

For more information one may:

visit the Agency’s website on (www.arpa.gov.mt)

call on telephone number 2292 6148

send an email to (arpa.msdec@gov.mt)

call personally at the Front Office at Pitkali Markets, Ta Qali, l/o Ħ’Attard, or at the Front Office, Government Experimental Farm, Xewkija, Gozo.

Axis 2: Improving the Environment and the Countryside

The European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development

Co-financing Rate: 80% European Union, 20% Government of Malta

Europe Investing in Rural Areas

Ministry for Sustainable Development, the Environment and Climate Change

List of contracts awarded by the Ministry for Sustainable Development, the Environment and Climate Change during the period between 1st July 2014 and 31st December 2014 published in terms of Article 20(2) of the Public Procurement Regulations 2010. MSDEC lists Gaz 15.5.pdf

List of tenders, direct orders and variations awarded by the Authority of Transport in Malta in terms of Article 20(2) of the Public Procurement Regulations, 2010 and in accordance with MFEI Circular 11/2011 of the 11th October, 2011, during the second quarter of 2014: Transport list Gaz 15.5.pdf

FLORIANA LOCAL COUNCIL

Parking Suspension

The Floriana Local Council notifies that on Tuesday, 19th May, 2015, on Wednesday, 3rd June, 2015, and on Wednesday, 22nd July, 2015, from 6.00 a.m. onwards no parking is allowed in the parking bays indicated with no parking signs in Triq San Publiju, Floriana.

Vehicles found in contravention of this notice are liable to be towed.

Permits for Kiosks - St Nicholas Feast 2015 (28/6/15)

The Siġġiewi Local Council notifies that permits for the placing of kiosks will be issued from Monday, 1st June, 2015 to Friday, 5th June, 2015 and according to Act of 2002 Trading Licences (Local Council’s Act - Cap. 363).

More information can be obtained on telephone number 2146 6000 or 2146 8874, or by sending an email to(siggiewi.lc@gov.mt).

Suspension of Parking

Ħal Qormi Local Council notifies that on Saturday, 23rd May, 2015, from 4.00 p.m. till 7.30 p.m. no parking is allowed in front of residence number 10, Trejqa ta’ San Ġorġ.

Parked cars will be towed.

Traffic Suspension

Ta’ Sannat Local Council notifies that on Sunday, 31st May, 2015, from 8.30 a.m. till 1.30 p.m., Triq Sannat, Triq Dun Xand Aquilina, Triq Ta’ Ċenċ (lower part) and Pjazza Santa Margerita will be closed for traffic.

Suspension of Traffic and Parking

The Birgu Local Council notifies that on Sunday, 17th May, 2015, from 8.30 a.m. till 1.00 p.m. no parking is allowed in Triq Pawlu Boffa and Triq il-Mina l-Kbira and the streets will be closed for all traffic.

On Sunday, 17th May, 2015, from 8.30 a.m. and 4.00 p.m. no parking is allowed in Pjazza Belt Vittoriosa, Triq il-Palazz tal-Isqof, around Freedom Monument and ix-Xatt tal-Birgu (from the arch onwards) and the streets will be closed for all traffic.

Vehicles found parked in the mentioned streets will be towed away.

Parking Suspension

The Birkirkara Local Council notifies that on Saturday, 6th June, 2015, from 7.00 a.m. onwards no parking is allowed in the following streets: Triq il-Kbira Ħas-Sajjied, Triq Ħas-Sajjied, Alley number 1 and number 2, Triq it-Taħħan, Triq il-Vitorja, Sqaq il-Vitorja, Sqaq Nannuwa, Sqaq Decelis, Pjazza Joseph Briffa, Triq il-Venerabbli Nazju Falzon, part from Triq il-Laqxija and part from Triq Ħal Għargħur.