Notices published in Govt. Gazette No. 19,732 of 24 February 2017

Telt (Test for English Language Teachers)

March – 2017 

Part I – Written Session

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

Those candidates who have not received the notice of the examination are asked to contact immediately the Department of Examinations, Floriana on 2598 2968 during office hours.

Live Firing Programme − Pembroke Ranges

− March and April 2017

Live firing practice will be taking place at Pembroke Ranges during the months of March and April 2017, and the respective date and times are indicated hereunder: 

From Wednesday, 1st March, 2017 till Saturday, 4th March, 2017, from 7.00 a.m. till 4.00 p.m. (Local Time)

From Monday, 6th March, 2017 till Wednesday, 8th March, 2017, from 7.00 a.m. till 4.00 p.m. (Local Time)

From Thursday, 9th March, 2017 till Friday, 10th March, 2017, from 7.00 a.m. till 6.00 p.m. (Local Time)

On Saturday, 11th March, 2017, from 7.00 a.m. till 4.00 p.m. (Local Time)

From Monday, 13th March, 2017 till Friday, 17th March, 2017, from 7.00 a.m. till 4.00 p.m. (Local Time)

From Monday, 20th March, 2017 till Friday, 24th March, 2017, from 7.00 a.m. till 4.00 p.m. (Local Time)

From Monday, 27th March, 2017 till Thursday, 30th March, 2017, from 7.00 a.m. till 4.00 p.m. (Local Time)

From Monday, 3rd April, 2017 till Friday, 7th April, 2017, from 7.00 a.m. till 4.00 p.m. (Local Time)

From Sunday, 9th April, 2017 till Friday, 14th April, 2017, from 7.00 a.m. till 4.00 p.m. (Local Time)

From Monday, 17th April, 2017 till Tuesday, 18th April, 2017, from 7.00 a.m. till 4.00 p.m. (Local Time)

On Wednesday, 19th April, 2017, from 7.00 a.m. till 11.00 p.m. (Local Time)

From Thursday, 20th April, 2017 till Friday, 21st April, 2017, from 7.00 a.m. till 4.00 p.m. (Local Time)

From Monday, 24th April, 2017 till Friday, 28th April, 2017, from 7.00 a.m. till 4.00 p.m. (Local Time)

On Monday, 30th April, 2017, from 7.00 a.m. till 4.00 p.m. (Local Time)

The attention of all entities concerned is drawn to the fact that the AFM will be activating ‘LMD-6 Pembroke low’, an area with 4 NM radius centered on 355554N 0142832E  joining the following points: 355946N 0142715E  - 35 5829N 0143219E. 

All vessels are to keep four nautical miles (4 NM) off Pembroke coast during the above dates and times.

Red marker flags, indicating that the ranges are in use will be flown on the dates and times in caption from the limits of the ranges concerned.

MATS is to activate ‘LMD-6 Pembroke low’ during the above times.

Provision of Support for the Online

Maltese Dictionary

The Malta Communications Authority (MCA) is the primary coordinator of the Online Maltese Dictionary. This project has been implemented and is maintained with the continued support of the University of Malta and the National Council for the Maltese language. This online resource is aimed at enhancing the linguistic information currently available, whilst bridging the digital gap that currently exists with respect to resources supporting the Maltese language.

In order to maintain the value of such an important resource, it is important that regular technical developments are undertaken to ensure that emerging requirements are met; that language developments are addressed and that current services to end-users continue to be enhanced. On this note, the MCA is hereby inviting interested parties to, financially or in kind, support or sponsor the project’s development.

Further information or clarifications may be obtained via email (mark.d.spiteri@mca.org.mt).

All parties are asked to indicate in writing their interest and how they can support this project, to the address hereunder, by noon of Friday, 10th March, 2017, for evaluation purposes.

Malta Communications Authority

Valletta Waterfront

Pinto Wharf

Floriana FRN1913

PARLIAMENTARY SECRETARIAT

FOR THE EU PRESIDENCY 2017

AND EU FUNDS

MINISTRY FOR EUROPEAN AFFAIRS AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THE ELECTORAL MANIFESTO

ANNOUNCEMENT – 24th February, 2017

Business Enhance ERDF Grant Schemes

Open rolling calls – Cut-off dates

Operational Programme I – Cohesion Policy

2014-2020

Fostering a Competitive and Sustainable Economy

to Meet our Challenges

Further to the launch of Call 1 under the SME Consultancy Services Grant Scheme and the e-Commerce Grant Scheme dated 10th November, 2016, with the first cut-off date for submission of applications set for Tuesday, 28th February, 2017, the Measures and Support Division within the Ministry for European Affairs and Implementation of the Electoral Manifesto, designated by the Managing Authority for Cohesion Policy 2014-2020 as the Intermediate Body responsible for administering aid schemes for enterprises under the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) under the 2014 – 2020 programming period, would like to announce the next cut-off dates for submission of applications under the two specified grant schemes as follows:

Call 1 – SME Consultancy Services Grant Scheme

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

Next cut-off dates:

Thursday, 30th March, 2017, at noon;

Friday, 28th April, 2017, at noon;

Wednesday, 31st May, 2017, at noon;

Friday, 30th June, 2017, at noon.

Call 1 – e-Commerce Grant Scheme

Priority Axis 2 – ‘Consolidating investment within the ICT Sector’

Next cut-off dates:

Thursday, 30th March, 2017, at noon;

Friday, 28th April, 2017, at noon;

Friday, 30th June, 2017, at noon.

Information sessions will be organised for prospective applicants from time to time. Dates and venues will be notified accordingly.

Further information on these calls including the respective Guidance Notes and the Guidelines for Implementation, as well as on the information sessions may be obtained from (https://businessenhance.gov.mt).

“Fostering a competitive and sustainable economy to meet our challenges”

Advert part-financed by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF)

Co-financing rate: Public Eligible

(80% European Union; 20% National funds)

CUSTOMS DEPARTMENT

Notice by the Director General (Customs) in terms of Article 27 (2) (c) of Cap. 382 of the Laws of Malta

The Director General (Customs) notifies the owner/owners of cabin cruiser − KIKA (Maxum 2500SE − Hull No. MXPA34MRH304), that mentioned cabin cruiser KIKA was seized by Customs as per Seizure Note No 48/2017 dated 13/2/2017.

This cabin cruiser was used as the means of transport of goods liable to forfeiture under the Excise Duty Act (Cap. 382) of the Laws of Malta

Suspension of Parking

Ta’ Xbiex Local Council notifies that on Monday, 27th February, 2017, no parking is allowed in part of Yacht Marina car park in Ta’ Xbiex.

Parked cars are liable to be towed away.

Traffic Suspension

The Ħal Għargħur Local Council notifies that on Tuesday, 28th February, 2017, between 9.00 a.m. and noon, Triq Fidiel Zarb will be closed for traffic.

Traffic Suspension

The Ħal Għargħur Local Council notifies that on Monday, 27th February, 2017, between 9.00 a.m. and 1.00 p.m., Triq il-Kbira will be closed for traffic.

Suspension of Traffic and Parking

The Ħaż-Żebbuġ Local Council notifies that due to activities being held in S Philip Square and part of Triq Sciortino on Friday, 24th February, 2017, the said street will be closed for traffic from 6.00 p.m. till midnight.  This area will also be a no parking zone on the day and time mentioned.

Annual Locality Meeting 

The Xgħajra Local Council invites all the residents registered in Xgħajra for a general meeting to be held on Friday, 3rd March, 2017, at 6.00 p.m., at the local library in Triq San Ġakbu. Participating means more opinions and suggestions to improve the quality of life and the environment of the locality.

Traffic Suspension

The Ħaż-Żabbar Local Council notifies the public that on Sunday, 26th February, 2017, Misraħ is-Sliem will be closed for traffic from 4.00 p.m. till 9.00 p.m.

Suspension of Traffic

The San Pawl il-Baħar Local Council notifies that on Saturday, 25th February, 2017 from 1.30 p.m. till 4.00 p.m. Triq San Pawl, from corner with Triq tal-Katidral up to corner with Triq it-Torri, will be closed for traffic.

Public transport will pass from St Paul’s Bay Bypass. Hence, no vehicles will be allowed to park in Triq San Pawl corner with Triq il-Paċi and Triq il-Parroċċa. 

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