Notices published in Govt. Gazette No. 19,245 of 2nd May 2014

IDENTITY MALTA

Extension of Opening Hours of the Passport Office

The Director, Passportsnotifies that with effect from 5th May, 2014, the Passport Office shall be extending its opening hours.

These shall be as follows:

Until 15th August, 2014,

from Monday to Friday, from 7.30 a.m. till 2.00 p.m.

Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 3.00 p.m. till 6.00 p.m.

On Saturdays: from 7.30 a.m. till 11.00 a.m.

Due to heavy demand, applicants on Wednesdays and Saturdays may experience longer waiting times.

Maltese Citizens wishing to travel to any destination within the European Union are reminded that they do not need a passport but may use their Maltese ID card. However, in those instances where the expiry date printed on the card has lapsed, it is recommended that individuals wishing to use it for travelling purposes have this replaced prior to travelling.

Replacement of ID cards is free of charge and may be made through the ID Cards Office at Gattard House, Floriana

Ministry for European Affairs AND THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE ELECTORAL MANIFESTO

Consultation Process in connection with the Interact III Programme

The Funds and Programmes Division within the Ministry for European Affairs and Implementation of the Electoral Manifesto, as the national coordinator of the Interact III Programme in Malta, notifies the general public of the possibility to participate in the public consultation process in connection with this Programme.

In this regard, an online survey has been launched by the above-mentioned Programme so to obtain feedback on the draft Operational Programme.All the relevant information, as well as the link to the survey may be found at: (http://www.interact-eu.net/news/interact_is_launching_its_public_consultation_survey/7/16285).

For further information, contact the Funds and Programmes Division on 2200 1160 or (fpd.meaim@gov.mt).

The closing date for the submission of feedback is Monday, 5th of May 2014.

INTERACT Programme – Cohesion Policy 2014-2020

Sharing Expertise

Programme part financed by the European Union

European Regional Development Fund (ERDF)

Investing in your future

GOZO ACTION GROUP FOUNDATION

Leader Programme

Rural Development Programme for Malta (2007-2013)

Action 413.6 – Festivals and Events (2nd Call)

Clarifications

The Gozo Action Group Foundation (GAGF) notifies interested parties that the date to submit applications is being extended till Thursday, 15th May, 2014 at noon.

The Gozo Action Group Foundations would like to clarify that leasing of equipment which is related to the Festival or Event should be listed under the Eligible Investments.

Applications and guidance notes can be downloaded from (www.leadergozo.eu). They can also be obtained from the foundation’s office located at 23, Triq Kan G.P.F. Agius De Soldanis, Victoria, Gozo.Office hours are from 8.30 a.m. till 4.00 p.m. More information may be obtained by phone on2155 0322 or send an email to (mgatt@leadergozo.eu) or (info@leadergozo.eu).

Rural Development Programme for Malta 2007-2013

LEADER

Action 413.6 – Festivals and Events

Project Part-Financed by the European Union

ĦAL BALZAN LOCAL COUNCIL

Suspension of Traffic

The Ħal Balzan Local Council notifies that on Sunday 4th May 2014, Pjazza Bertu Fenech will be closed for all traffic from 5.30 p.m. to 11.00 p.m.

No parking is allowed in Pjazza Bertu Fenech.

Parked cars there will be towed away.

TAS-SLIEMA LOCAL COUNCIL

Parking Suspension Notice

The Tas-Sliema Local Council notifies that no parking will be allowed in Triq il-Madonna tas-Sacro Cuor and Triq Sant’ Agatha up to Friday, 23rd May, 2014.

ĦAL GĦARGĦUR LOCAL COUNCIL

Traffic Suspension

The Ħal Għargħur Local Council notifies that on Tuesday, 6th May, 2014,between 7.30 a.m. and 1.30 p.m. Triq San Bartilmew will be closed for traffic.