On a positive note

While all our 'Complaints' files are bulging, our one and only 'Positive Notes' file is, yet again, empty. I ask you to catch them doing something positive and share it with fellow consumers through our column.

Contrary to what many consumers think, this column is not just about complaints. It is also about sharing information about suppliers and traders who offer good service. In this spirit I must share a brief positive note based on my observations in my travels with a particular focus on the local marketplace.

The bargains one can find at the Tal-Lira shops are amazing. Indeed, thanks to Joe Sant, certain items which used to be rather expensive are now affordable for everybody. My wife and I are among the 'many' regular Tal-Lira customers. In fact Mr Sant has made such an impact on the local marketplace that many traders are emulating him.

The point I want to make is that in no uncertain terms we owe it to him. Indeed he deserves our custom and I hope he will continue in his efforts when we adopt the euro. I am sure he will come up with the right formula. Keep it up, Mr Sant.