Filter for Malta Government Actions to Stop the Spread of Coronavirus

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2020-07-04 Out Socio-economic measures: Economic measures
the Additional Unemployment Benefit, provided since 9th March, 2020, to persons who due to the Impact of Covid-19 lost their job in the private sector, is hereby being terminated with effect from the 4th July, 2020.
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2020-07-04 Out Socio-economic measures: Economic measures
the Parent Benefit, provided since 9th March, 2020, to parents employed in the private sector, with children under 16 years of age, who were not able to work from home and who, due to the impact of COVID-19, were not able to go to work to take care of their children, is hereby being terminated with effect from the 4th July, 2020.
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2020-07-01 Out Movement restrictions: International flights suspension
On July 1st Malta’s airport wil reopen to commercial flights.
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2020-07-01 Out Social distancing: Closure of businesses and public services
On July 1st Malta’s airport wil reopen to commercial flights.
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2020-06-13 In Socio-economic measures: Economic measures
COVID Wage Supplement will be granted to companies until September
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2020-06-13 In Socio-economic measures: Economic measures
€100 voucher will be granted to every person aged 16 years and over and which may be used in licensed holiday accommodations, restaurants or businesses which were forced to closed during the pandemic.
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2020-06-06 Out Socio-economic measures: Economic measures
the Disability Benefit, provided since 9th March, 2020, to persons who due to the Impact of Covid-19 cannot go to work and were advised to stay at home, is hereby being terminated with effect from the 6th June, 2020.
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2020-06-06 Out Socio-economic measures: Economic measures
the Medical Benefit, provided since 28th March, 2020, to persons who due to the impact of Covid-19 were ordered by the Superintendent of Public Health not to leave their home, were not able to work from home, and were not paid by their employer during their absence from work, is hereby being terminated with effect from the 6th June, 2020.
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2020-05-25 Out Social distancing: Closure of businesses and public services
Fuel stations will be extending their hours of operation as from Monday, bringing to an end the restrictions in opening hours that had been brought about by COVID-19.
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2020-05-25 Out Social distancing: Limit public gatherings
People can now visit relatives in elderly homes under strict social distancing and hygiene guidelines for a maximum of 15 minutes at a time.
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2020-05-24 In Movement restrictions: International flights suspension
The ban on flights in and out of Malta has once again been extended, and will remain in place until at least June 15, exempting cargo flights, ferry flights, humanitarian flights, and repatriation flights.
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2020-05-22 Out Social distancing: Limit public gatherings
Individual non-contact sports such as diving and tennis will be permitted and outdoors training for other sports will be permitted so long as the group is up to a maximum of 6 person
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2020-05-22 Out Social distancing: Limit public gatherings
Funeral Masses will once again be permitted, with a limited number of people.
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2020-05-22 In Socio-economic measures: Emergency administrative structures activated or established
Gvmt announces COVID-19 educational outreach programme, including website: lovetoteach.info. This site, which is updated frequently, is built around four distinct sections: one for junior and senior students, another for parents, a section for educators and educational leaders, and the fourth for higher-education students, adults and their educators.
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2020-05-22 Out Social distancing: Closure of businesses and public services
Open-air cinemas will be allowed to reopen for those who wish to organise such activities
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2020-05-22 Out Social distancing: Closure of businesses and public services
Health services which had been suspended because of the Covid-19 pandemic will once again resume. This includes IVF, menatl health services etc.
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2020-05-22 Out Social distancing: Closure of businesses and public services
Restaurants will reopen, with tables up to a maximum of 6 people and with established distances in order to protect one group on a table from another. Restaurants which have outdoor facilities will preferably use these
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2020-05-22 Out Social distancing: Limit public gatherings
The number of persons who can gather together in public places will rise from 4 to 6
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2020-05-22 Out Social distancing: Closure of businesses and public services
Hairdressers, barbers, nail technicians and beauticians will reopen, and must operate on an appointment basis and implement restrictions which safeguard employees and clients.
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2020-05-15 In Socio-economic measures: Economic measures
Food packages established in the worth of 300 000 EUR
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2020-05-14 In Socio-economic measures: Economic measures
€2,500,000 in Industrial Rent Subsidy
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2020-05-14 In Socio-economic measures: Emergency administrative structures activated or established
Education think-tank established
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2020-05-11 Out Social distancing: Closure of businesses and public services
Amendment to court processes to increase uptake of procedures
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2020-05-11 Out Social distancing: Closure of businesses and public services
Police conduct office opened for public again
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2020-05-10 In Public health measures: Strengthening the public health system
Expansion of hospital of Mater Dei Hospital
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2020-05-09 In Public health measures: Strengthening the public health system
The VAT charged on face masks and face shields will go down from 18% to 5%.
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2020-05-08 In Socio-economic measures: Economic measures
125 000 EUR financial support for voluntary organizations
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2020-05-08 In Socio-economic measures: Economic measures
€5 million investment: Launched e-learning training scheme for the tourism industry
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2020-05-06 In Socio-economic measures: Economic measures
Launch of TAKEOFF Seed Fund Awards aimed at researchers and entrepreneurs to put forward their innovative ideas and develop them further through the financial assistance provided by this fund, set at a 100 000 EUR
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2020-05-06 In Public health measures: Other public health measures enforced
Guidance from ministry for towns and villages to open more public spaces to use by pedestrians and as spaced community meeting places; e.g. car free zones
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2020-05-04 Out Public health measures: Strengthening the public health system
Health services will gradually be reintroduced, first the vaccination of children
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2020-05-04 In Movement restrictions: International flights suspension
Extension until end of May: closure of airport
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2020-05-04 Out Social distancing: Closure of businesses and public services
Sea voyages between Malta and Gozo will resume
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2020-05-04 In Public health measures: General recommendations
To the elderly, to continue to only go out for essentials
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2020-05-04 In Public health measures: Requirement to wear protective gear in public
For the sea voyages between Malta and Gozo
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2020-05-04 In Public health measures: Requirement to wear protective gear in public
Face masks need to be worn in any of the reopened shops and public transport
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2020-05-04 In Public health measures: Other public health measures enforced
Temperature checks at the entrance of shopping malls and hand sanitizers at the entrance of any shop
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2020-05-04 Out Social distancing: Closure of businesses and public services
A number of commercial establishments and activities to reopen under a number of precautions, including lotto banks, VRT stations, clothing stores, sportswear, jewelery, bags and sporting goods. leather, footwear, over-the-counter eyewear, perfumery, beauty products, sewing, home decor, souvenirs, discount stores, luggage, toys, hobbies, of furniture, selling flowers.
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2020-05-04 Out Social distancing: Closure of businesses and public services
Court register to reopen
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2020-05-04 Out Social distancing: Limit public gatherings
Groups of four (instead of 3) will be allowed again
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2020-05-03 In Public health measures: Other public health measures enforced
The Government has set a maximum price for disposable surgical masks and face shields in the best interests of the consumer
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2020-05-02 In Public health measures: Testing policy
Implementation of webapp, which gives, based on certain criteria) recommendation to get tested
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2020-04-30 In Public health measures: General recommendations
By prime minister to use digital testing app (based on statements calculating risk score)
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2020-04-30 In Public health measures: Other public health measures enforced
Disinfection of the outter areas of elderly homes
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2020-04-29 In Public health measures: Testing policy
Government launches proactive screening campaign, offering a coronavirus test high-risk groups such as migrants, healthcare workers, police and army officials, and also those who call the helpline.
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2020-04-27 In Public health measures: Strengthening the public health system
Digital psychotherapy counselling available
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2020-04-25 In Public health measures: Awareness campaigns
Webinar series for people with disabilities and elderly
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2020-04-21 In Public health measures: Strengthening the public health system
Mount Carmel Hospital has geared up to be COVID-19 prepared by taking up several structural and procedural initiatives to make sure that all patients are kept safe during their stay at the facility.
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2020-04-18 In Socio-economic measures: Economic measures
Tourism ministry launched advertising campaign to visit Malta "later"
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2020-04-17 In Socio-economic measures: Economic measures
Government will be subsidizing interest rates on the working capital loans for two years and up to a maximum 2.5%.
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2020-04-17 In Public health measures: General recommendations
Recommendations on healthy eating during COVID
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2020-04-17 In Public health measures: Strengthening the public health system
Resettlement of elderly persons in hospital ward
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2020-04-17 In Lockdown: Lockdown of refugee/idp camps or other minorities
Extension for two weeks: Lock down of Hal Far centre
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2020-04-16 In Public health measures: General recommendations
Guidelines for healthworkers for home visits, to avoid as much as possible and take precaution if done
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2020-04-16 In Public health measures: Other public health measures enforced
Prisoners are producing face masks
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2020-04-16 In Socio-economic measures: Economic measures
Those affected by COVID, e.g. lost their job, temporary suspension or unpaid leave, may apply for up to 80% rent coverage from the government
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2020-04-15 In Public health measures: Strengthening the public health system
A new medical centre opened next to and for migrant populations under quarantine
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2020-04-09 In Socio-economic measures: Military deployment
Military deployed and soldiers additionally paid if working overtime
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2020-04-07 In Public health measures: General recommendations
Strong recommendation for travelers to return home, after 14th April no additional support from government
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2020-04-06 In Public health measures: General recommendations
Recommendations and guidance to stay active at home
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2020-04-05 In Lockdown: Lockdown of refugee/idp camps or other minorities
One refugee camp with confirmed corona cases locked down and isolation ensured through police and partial military presence
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2020-04-03 In Socio-economic measures: Economic measures
Over € 400 million for the issue of Government Stocks
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2020-04-02 In Socio-economic measures: Economic measures
State aid: Commission approves €350 million Maltese guarantee scheme to support economy in coronavirus outbreak
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2020-04-01 In Socio-economic measures: Economic measures
Governmental agency is to approve changes to employees wages
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2020-03-31 In Movement restrictions: Domestic travel restrictions
Travel between the islands now banned, while previously not recommended
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2020-03-30 In Social distancing: Limit public gatherings
Max 3 person, apart from those co-living allowed in groups outside; fines of 100EUR per person
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2020-03-30 In Social distancing: Closure of businesses and public services
Governmental services close offices
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2020-03-28 In Social distancing: Schools closure 
Extension: school closure until end of June
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2020-03-28 In Public health measures: Strengthening the public health system
Additional beds and intensive care beds for Covid-19 patients freed
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2020-03-28 In Public health measures: Isolation and quarantine policies
Vulnerable people (e.g. elderly, people with chronic conditions) are not allowed to leave their residency
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2020-03-27 In Public health measures: Psychological assistance and medical social work
Hotline 24/7 established
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2020-03-26 In Public health measures: General recommendations
Taxi driver continue to be allowed to operate at their own risk, to support them the government developed specific guidelines for their personal protection
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2020-03-23 In Social distancing: Closure of businesses and public services
Closure of all shops whereby their principal business relates to the selling of certain products (specified)
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2020-03-20 In Movement restrictions: International flights suspension
Closure of Malta International Airport
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2020-03-19 In Socio-economic measures: Economic measures
€1.81 billion package of measures to re-inforce economy, including a diversity of measures
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2020-03-19 In Public health measures: Strengthening the public health system
An increase of €35 million towards Health Authorities to combat Covid-19
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2020-03-17 In Social distancing: Closure of businesses and public services
Bars and restaurants closed
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2020-03-13 In Public health measures: Isolation and quarantine policies
as of 13 March, all travellers arriving in Malta have to quarantine regardless of country of departure; the same is true for people co-living with them; enforcable with 3000 EUR max fines
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2020-03-13 In Social distancing: Schools closure 
all schools and educational insitutions closed for a week as of 13 March
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2020-03-12 In Movement restrictions: Visa restrictions
Complete travel ban from and to areas of risk, based on defined list of countries
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2020-03-12 In Public health measures: Other public health measures enforced
Home delivery of medicines to elderly persons
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2020-03-11 In Movement restrictions: International flights suspension
suspension of air and sea travel with France, Spain, Switzerland, Germany as of 11 March
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2020-03-11 In Public health measures: Isolation and quarantine policies
all travellers arriving in Malta from Spain, Germany, France, Switzerland have to undergo 14 days quarantine
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2020-03-08 In Movement restrictions: International flights suspension
suspension of all flights to Milan
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2020-03-02 In Public health measures: Testing policy
In line with the recommendation issued by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control today, the 2nd March, laboratory testing for COVID-19 will be performed for patients who are suffering from acute respiratory tract infection with sudden onset of cough, fever or shortness of breath and who have been in countries within which local transmission of COVID-19 has been reported in the previous 14 days. ???
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2020-02-27 In Public health measures: Isolation and quarantine policies
mandatory quarantine upon arrival for travellers from Italy, China, Singapoure, Japan, Iran, South Korea starting 27 February
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2020-02-23 In Public health measures: Health screenings in airports and border crossings
Thermal screenings on airports and maritime ports
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2020-01-19 In Public health measures: General recommendations
Advice for travelers to Wuhan region to take precautionary measures
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