Notices published in Govt Gazette No 20,122 of 22nd January 2019

Scholarships offered by the Government of Turkey 2019

(for Maltese Citizens only)

The Turkish Government is offering scholarships to Maltese citizens for undergraduate and graduate programmes for the year 2019. These scholarships are offered in various areas including Turkish Language, Research, Science and Technology, Health Sciences, Art and Sport.

Candidates can apply only for one scholarship programme in accordance with their educational background and academic goals.

The scholarship will cover monthly stipend, full tuition fee, free one year Turkish language course, free accommodation, round-trip air ticket, and health insurance.

Most programmes in Turkish universities are instructed in Turkish. However, some departments and universities offer programmes in English, French or Arabic.

Applicants are required to apply online on (www.turkiyeburslari.org) and (www.turkiyeburslari.gov.tr). This website also contains a detailed list of departments, universities and frequently asked questions. An information note about Turkey Scholarships is also available.

Applicants are to apply also at the Ministry for Foreign Affairs as indicated below. Application forms can be downloaded from the Ministry’s website (https://foreignaffairs.gov.mt/en/Pages/Scholarships.aspx) and should be submitted to the Scholarships Section at the Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Valletta, from 8.30 a.m. to noon. The following documents should also be submitted:

(a) a Curriculum Vitae

(b) a copy of a secondary school diploma or document indicating that the candidate is a secondary school senior student;

(c) a certified secondary school transcript indicating courses taken and relevant grades obtained;

(d) MFTP Application Form;

(e) Online application form (provided at the Turkish website);

(f) A copy of a valid ID card

Closing date for these scholarships is by not later than noon of Wednesday, 20th February, 2019. Late applications will not be considered.

Successful candidates may be required to enter into a contract to serve the Government or the Private Sector of Malta upon completion.

Applications from Government and Parastatal employees and from the Private Sector will not be considered unless recommended by their Head of Department/Parastatal Organisation/employer respectively.

Parking and Traffic Suspension

The Ħal Għargħur Local Council notifies that on Wednesday, 23rd January, 2019, from 9.00 a.m. till 3.00 p.m., Triq Antonio Zammit will be closed for traffic. Parking of vehicles is not permitted during this day and times.

Annual Public Meeting

 In accordance with Article 70 (1) of the Local Councils Act (Cap. 363), two annual public meetings will be held on Monday, 28th January, 2019.

The meeting for residents of Munxar whose names appear in the last Munxar Local Council’s Electoral Register is going to be held at 6.00 p.m. at the Local Council’s Administrative Office, Triq Prof. Ġużè Aquilina, Munxar.

The meeting for residents of the small village of Xlendi whose names appear in the last Munxar Local Council’s Electoral Register is going to be held at 6.30 p.m. at the St Patrick’s Hotel, Xlendi.

All persons listed in the Local Electoral Register are encouraged to attend this meeting and participate in the discussions. In this meeting an account on the report on works carried out by the Council during 2018 will be given. Public members attending the meeting can put forward their suggestions.

Annual Locality Meeting

The Marsa Local Council will be holding its Annual Meeting as provided by article 70 of the Local Councils Act (Cap. 363) at the Local Council’s Administrative Offices at St Thomas Bridge, Marsa, on Wednesday, 6th February, 2019, at 7.00 p.m.  

All residents whose name appear in the last Local Council’s Electoral Register are urged to attend and to participate in this discussion. All those participating can put forward their suggestions for the  Council’s consideration. 

Annual Locality Meeting

In accordance with article 70 (1) of the Local Councils Act (Cap. 363), the Mtarfa Local Council notifies that it shall be holding its Annual Locality Meeting on Thursday, 24th January, 2019, at 6.30 p.m., at the Local Council Hall.

All those people whose names appear in the latest electoral register for the Mtarfa Local Council are encouraged to attend and take part in the discussion.