Mangion accuses government of financial incompetence

Opposition Leader Charles Mangion yesterday accused the government of incompetence when dealing with EU funds.

He said that while the government had projected to bring in €116 million this year, it has only managed to secure €12 million in the first six months of the year. He said the country was falling behind in bringing in a funds from the EU because of lack of administrative efficacy, which was hindering the country's economic development.

Dr Mangion pointed out that Malta had to contribute €5 million a month to the EU and this was negatively affecting the country's financial situation.