Disco developer says Pullicino Orlando offered him two sites before Mistra
Dominic Micallef, the developer of the proposed Mistra disco, this morning explained in court how Nationalist MP Jeffrey Pullicino Orlando had offered him two sites for a disco before coming up with land at Mistra.
Mr Micallef was giving evidence in court in the case against Tony Mifsud, a former member of the MEPA Development Control Commission, and Philip Azzopardi, chairman of the same commission.
He said that in 2005 he had tried to open a project at Splash and Fun but, for some reason or other, permission was not granted. His gut feeling was that competitors in the entertainment industry tried to sabotage him.
He then looked around Malta for a site to develop, preferably in the North, since it was upmarket.
He met Jeffrey Pullicino Orlando at a political activity and spoke to him about finding such a site. Dr Pullicino Orlando told him he would help him to find a place. At first he thought he was bluffing because he had contacted various MPs on both sides of the House who used to promise him help but never did. But Dr Pullicino Orlando called him again and offered two places, one at Rinella Movie Park and one at Ta' Qali.
Mr Micallef said he declined both because there was another club at Ta' Qali already, and Rinella movie park was in the south and he wanted something upmarket in the North.
Dr Pullicino Orlando then told him about his own land in Mistra.
Mr Micallef said this site impressed him when he saw it, as it suited his ideas.
It was agreed that he would rent the property for 15 years at Lm15,000 a year, but he did not want to sign anything with Dr Pullicino Orlando until development permits were issued.
Mr Micallef said he then spoke to architect Paul Camilleri so that he could start the application process. The application was made in the name of his (Mr Micallef's) cousin because he wanted to avoid the sabotage he suspected at Splash and Fun.
Mr Micallef said he had explained to Mr Camilleri that this would be an open area. Some 55 per cent would be a green area and the rest would include a platform of not more than 1.3m off the ground for 500 people.
He had told Dr Pullicino Orlando about his ideas and that it would be a VIP club in the North and Dr Pullicino Orlando signed the application for an outline permit as the owner of the land.
Once the application was submitted to MEPA he was asked for a compliance certificate from the Malta Tourism Authority.
The MEPA board met several times over a period of two years, repeatedly asking for more information on the project.
Mr Camilleri then recommended George Micallef as a consultant to draw up the report, which was duly submitted to MEPA and the MTA.
Mr Micallef said that over the two-year period he had phoned Dr Pullicino Orlando several times asking him to check on the progress of the application.
Mr Micallef said he had not been pressing for a 'yes' but for a 'yes or no'. He just wanted an answer because time was money and he had other options in Malta and abroad.
In November 2007, Mr Camilleri informed him that the outline permit had been granted subject to a lot of conditions which involved a change of plans.
Mr Micallef said he then drew up a contract with Dr Pullicino Orlando. A problem they had discussed was parking, and Dr Pullicino Orlando said he would give him another piece of land for parking. Dr Pullicino Orlando had bought this land while the development application was being processed.
Mr Micallef said that some two days later the proposed development featured in political speeches. Dr Pullicino Orlando called him and asked him to withdraw the application and they agreed to stop the application one week before the election.
Asked why he had withdrawn the application when there was nothing wrong, Mr Micallef said he felt he should cooperate with Dr Pullicino Orlando, who was the owner of the land.
Daphne Carla Agius, a MEPA Planning Officer, said she had initially refused the development application as it was not seen as being sustainable. However there were occasions when applications were refused by case officers but then approved by the board.
Silvio Farrugia, Assistant Director (Development Services) at MEPA said Dr Pullicino Orlando had attended meetings between liaison officers, which were normally attended by interested parties, notably when applications were turned down. At one of those meetings he had explained the conditions imposed with the outline permit, and Dr Pullicino Orlando looked visibly unhappy.
The case continues.
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V Fenech
Sep 25th 2008, 11:29
@ David Grech
Such things would still happen under a Labour government???? The PN in government has made you so much accustomed to corrupt politics that you've resigned yourself that we could not improve. Pity!!
The only two things which made Labour lose the election were its political disadvantage and its inability to make unsubstantial promises like its rivals.
David Grech
Sep 24th 2008, 22:15
The only reason why people still voted PN after this scandal was the fact that the opposition leader was not as appealing, charismatic and convincing as that of the PN...and probably also the belief that such things would still happen under a Labour government. But anyway, that has all been consigned to history now...
V Fenech
Sep 24th 2008, 20:21
If Mr.Mangion Edward would watch the whole clip where Jason Micallef is quoted by the Nationalists as "inflicting hatred", he would know by himself that Mr.Micallef speech had nothing wrong in it. The PN's media chose to choose the best part of the speech which suited best its malicious needs.
Talking about hatred Mr.Mangion should also think about Tonio Borg's speech during the Independence mass meeting. Eventually gone are the days of Eddie's "Angli tal-paci"!!
Last and not the least, you're being very disappointing in your attempt to safeguard Joe Saliba. The latter had admitted that JPO could have cost them winning the election. That is enough to show that Saliba could have made everything in order to win the election at all costs!!
Mangion Edward
Sep 24th 2008, 12:44
@ C. Bartolo
You are mentioning that the new secretary general has been "cut from the same piece of cloth." May I remind you that the NEW Labour secretary general happens to be Mr. Jason Micallef. Does that ring a small bell?! Well if Mr. Borg olivier is cut from the same cloth, what is Mr. Jason Micallef? Secondly, I don't remember Mr. Saliba ever inflicting hatred towards fellow party members and towards the opposition party, what about Mr. Micallef? The latter has always been the quiet sheep. (sarcastic)
You also mentioned the fact that the new secretary general "come next election will defend any wrong doers just like his predecessor did." What about Dr. Muscat? Won't he defend Mr. All Smiles and his deputy leaders? After all, the deputy leaders themselves have been cut from the same shirt as Dr. Alfred Sant, as is the famous Mr. Smiles. Does that ring a bigger bell?
Paul Gauci
Sep 24th 2008, 12:44
I think this saga is worthy of a Broadway Musical called JPO.
I can imagine the lyrics going "...cry once more, like you did before, cry for us Pullicino Orlando"
(with apologies to ABBA's original song 'Chichitita')
Charles Micallef
Sep 24th 2008, 10:37
@p.grima
I do not follow your gist, I think that politics have been detached from this incident, since PN members ( very senior ones come to that) totally agree that JPO should have resigned long time since.
We are either condoning or condeming his actions? Which?
p.grima
Sep 24th 2008, 01:21
JPO did cry, yes, but still A.Sant was afraid of him.
J.Bonnici
Sep 23rd 2008, 21:49
In any other democratic country people like Jeffrey Pullicino Orlando would have parted with their political career the day the scandal became public. What's the use of staying Jeffrey? Things will never get any better.
C. Bartolo
Sep 23rd 2008, 20:05
@ Mari Saliba
After seeing that you were clearly and intentionally duped by Gonzi, Saliba and JPO, would you with a clear conscience say that you did the right thing by voting PN? Would you be able to trust them again? Even though Saliba is not presenty any more (or so we are led to believe) the new secretary general of the PN will be cut from the same piece of cloth, and come next election will defend any wrong doers just like his predecessor did.
So up pops the question: would you vote for PN again?
V Fenech
Sep 23rd 2008, 17:13
@ Mari Saliba
You were also duped by the party's Secretary General and the Leader who despite the proof of a signed contract kept on supporting JPO in saying that he knew nothing about the project.
V Fenech
Sep 23rd 2008, 17:08
Jesus Christ is certainly not the ideal figure to quote when dealing with politics. There is nothing wrong which can be excused. Imagine what would have been the consequences caused if the land was developed as proposed. And by the way, if one will refer to religion, there would also be other sins which are worth your comments.
If JPO is found guilty, it would be confirmed that he LIED and CHEATED others to his sole intention to be in power at the expense of the natural environment. If all these allegations are true, JPO thwarted and abused certain democratic concepts which are crucial for a sworn mp.
Regarding the last comment of Charles Micallef, I really can't imagine convincing myself of the "self-respecting" people you mentioned when it was evident that they were afraid of losing the election. These same people were on a special quest to hold on to power and they were going to defend him at all costs....
What worries me most is Gonzi's behaviour during the Independence activities where he made it a point that he's proud of ALL the party's members in parliament!!!!!!
Mari Saliba
Sep 23rd 2008, 12:32
I was one of the 6000+ voters who voted no 1 for JPO.
Being so accustomed to Alfred Sant's mud slinging and corruption claims I assumed that this was another desperate move on the Labour side. I admit that I was taken in by JPO and his tears but ultimately I voted for JPO to teach Labour a lesson.....or so I thought!!!!!
Now I am very angry that I was duped ( I would have still voted PN mind you). The best JPO can do if he has any crumbs of conscience left is resign and make way for another Nationalist candidate.
C. Bartolo
Sep 23rd 2008, 12:05
JPO and the PN, including super-PM Gonzi, are facing a double-edged very sharp sword. If JPO does not resign, then he will keep getting beaten on the whole issue of not resigning and all the happened in the past before the elections; and things stop there. Nothing as regards the present or the future will be mentioned.
However, if he resigns, old wounds will be re-opened. People will start talking as to why he is resigning now and as to why he kept all the facts hidden. They will realise that Gonzi knew all about what was happening, and embarassing questions will have to be asked. The people will realise the Sant was right and the PN should have never won the election. They will ask for political responsibility to be shouldered, something which Gonzi cannot afford to do as it entails resignation.
If you ask me, the PN strategists are maneouvering a damage control strategy where they are trying to minimise the damage that can be suffered from this whole uncomfortable situation. They are not acting in the best interests of the country, but in the best interests of their party.
Surprised?? I think not...
Mangion Edward
Sep 23rd 2008, 12:00
@Michael Fenech:
I am a Nationalist voter myself and I am disgusted with the attitude of Dr. Pullicino Orlando. It is true that his wrong-doings might affect us but this issue doesn't mean it's the end of the world. We must remember that in the past many wrong decisions under a labour government were taken but no one resigned; Mintoff, Agatha Barbara's removal of examinatinos, Alfred Sant's removal of VAT, etc., etc. Did one of them resign?! Did Dr. Sant arrange anything in the Land Department?! The answer is a simple no.
As for your comments that the PM should resign, Mr. Fenech, are you still hoping of having an early election in the next few months so that labour might be elected? Pathetic.
P Sultana
Sep 23rd 2008, 11:54
JPO's election in two electoral districts could be perceived to suggest that the Maltese voter is immature, gullible, ignorant, myopic and easily manipulated.
Charles Micallef
Sep 23rd 2008, 09:46
@ S. Caruana,
If you are, as your religeous conatations seem to imply, condoning the wrong doings of a Member of Parliament, than no wonder this country is so full corruption and the common man is always at the bottom of the pile..
Admittedly in this case the first stone was cast by the opposition, and we all thought that this was a usual case of political back bitting, however when respected people like the ex-General Secetary of PN aswell as Senior Government Ministers asked for JPO's resignation, he should have shed a few more tears, did the honorable thing and resign and not keep getting himself into deeper waters and claim he knew nothing about the case!
We are thought that grown up people, and especially public figures should lead by good and decent example and this was a very poor example for anyone to follow!
Martin Frendo
Sep 23rd 2008, 08:57
@ le Brun let the clowns in . A new school of thaught will eventually evolve and do away with the current Democratic Politician/business era .
Joseph Attard
Sep 23rd 2008, 07:21
Oh blimey.....look at all this now,when I was under the impression that JPO was saying the truth,...At least JPO did not offer ....Imnajdra , Hagar Qim, GHar Dalam, or who knows Fort St Elmo. If he s able to give you land at Ta Qali and Rinella then he s really formidable., the above would be easy meat.
How about......the' I knew nothing of this development.".....the tears JPO, oh and I forgot.......Dr Gonzi supporting him all the way.....he didnt have a choice did he, but he does now...stand up and be counted.
JPO should be considered as the worst 'Green " ever to be around for many years.".....and maybe on the bright side....... we should make a bronze bust of JPO at Mistra Bay......cause after all, thanks to his doing Mistra Bay will now remain virgin! ( hopefully).
R.Gauci
Sep 23rd 2008, 01:33
They could also say that it was part of a fund raising campaign for JPO to present money again to the Mosta Parish priest !!!! Why not??
Donald Gouder
Sep 22nd 2008, 23:29
In malta always the same old story. Here in Ireland the prime minister resigned because there were allegations that he took money from businessmen that in return they wanted some kind of favour. This week he just finished giving evidence to the Mahon Tribunal. He resigned as soon as his case was made public. JPO should follow the foot steps and resign and he does not need to wait till he is proven innocent!!.
Jon Abela
Sep 22nd 2008, 23:00
Ghal Darb ohra!.. Tad Dahq!.. Sry But Its sounds better in Maltese!
TONY FORMOSA
Sep 22nd 2008, 21:35
Daley's comments show a lot of style,class and elegance. Typical of those who hardly understand protocol or that the President of Malta always comes first.
Ch Pace
Sep 22nd 2008, 21:28
If after i ll pass away i ll go to heaven and meet such ppl as Mr JPO, Dr Gonzi and all the lot ill ask St Peter to throw me back to hell!!
S. Caruana
Sep 22nd 2008, 21:05
'Let he who has no sin throw the first stone'
Maybe all these bloggers who are claiming foul play look deep inside themselves and ask if they ever used their friends/position to get a favour.
It seems Malta is full of Saints!!!!!
Loïc Le Brun
Sep 22nd 2008, 19:07
Unfortunately, this is not a problem that only occurs in Malta. Politicians/businesses, where is the limit, the border, the line? Can we fully trust our European politicians?
That is why Europeans citizens should remain alert and therefore the independent Press also has a very important role to play.
JC Mifsud
Sep 22nd 2008, 18:21
Shame on you that you're still a member of parliament Mr Orlando
michael fenech
Sep 22nd 2008, 18:09
And yet the police investigations found no wrong doing on JPO's part.HELLOOOOOO!!!!!!!!
In any other country after evidence like this not only JPO would have to resign but the PM himself would have to go with him for the coverup. I always said it and I will say it again, THIS GOVERNMENT DON'T HAVE THE GUTS TO DO ANY THING LIKE THIS.
Charles Zammit
Sep 22nd 2008, 18:05
Schiberras you're backing a fallen idol
Michael Mifsud
Sep 22nd 2008, 17:40
Irrespective of who elected JPO...the point is: he is now an MP in Malta's parliament. He took his oath of office to uphold and work for the common good of the people of Malta and Gozo and not just of his constituents...A few days before the last general election a doubt was cast as to his potential role in a very disgraceful development plan, that even went against many of the beliefs and values that JPO previously stood for... If JPO was truly involved even to the extent stated by the developer in this article, then JPO needs to go...period...this is not a question of what the court will decide...this is a question of personal integrity... And if PN wants to play the amnesia game - they will do a big mistake. The more time passes the worse the feeling becomes...at least for level headed nationalist voters like me. For the sake of integrity, yes, there is a risk that needs to be taken...and then we'll see... It seems that JPO is fond of his parliamentary seat more than I ever imagined he would be... why? He is currently surely not being of service to Malta or to government!
V Fenech
Sep 22nd 2008, 17:25
Bigger stains before him were either punished or else disguised under a pn government. I'm afraid you have not read the article well: not only JPO gave him the promised land but also discussed problems about parking!!
And yet you say "He did say he did not know the applicant which is true because this was not the person he was dealing with but his cousin."
YES, JPO knew the developer, knew about the development and eventually lied to the Maltese people!
Charles Micallef
Sep 22nd 2008, 17:08
@Joseph Scibberras,
While we all appreciate that freedom of speech is paramount in our little democracy. I and I am sure the 25 bloggers who commented on this report in the couple of hours since it reached the press, cannot understand why you are still in denial of the facts.
JPO (never to be mistaken with JP2) stated on a number of TV interviews shown on all Stations that he knew nothing about the Disco application and now it is clear that he did and you are still of the opinion that he should not resign,
Is such a blantant lie not sufficient to convince you that this green candidate should resign?.
I am in total agreement with all from the PN including Senior Ministers that he should resign and never present himself to be a representive of a single constitutent !
Incidentally I too voted Gonzi PN in the last Election .............
l Galea
Sep 22nd 2008, 17:08
@Jean Paul Galea
Most of our politicians are stuck with super-glue to their MP chair
johnmicallef
Sep 22nd 2008, 17:03
after all too much adoo about nothing
Josepg Sciberras
Sep 22nd 2008, 17:00
@V Fenech
I have no intention of defending JPO, he can do that himself. I just get annoyed with people jumping to conclusions. JPO never denied that he owned the land or that he knew about the development. He did say he did not know the applicant which is true because this was not the person he was dealing with but his cousin.
As for him being a "stain" on the maltese political arena...what can I say!? I think there were many substantially bigger "stains" that came before him!!!
M J Gatt
Sep 22nd 2008, 16:59
@A Daley---- Have you seen or heard yesterday's interview with L Spiteri? If you did then you know where the Zimbabwe style of democracy stands!!! You also can judge where big frauds happen!!!!! People in glass houses (pun intended) should never throw stones.
M. Pace
Sep 22nd 2008, 16:45
@Joseph Sciberras
"No doubt he was an interested party and knew in general terms what the project was about. He never said he didn't before the election, he just said he was not aware of the details and that he was not the developer."
-JPO's words went something like this: "Jien ma naf xejn fuqu dan il-progett"
Correct me if I'm mistaken but he clearly and lucidly declared that he knew absolutely nothing about the project when in fact, we're finding out that he knew a whole lot.
Michael Attard
Sep 22nd 2008, 16:20
Is it illegal to apply for a permit to develop your land? I know of many a permit for development that were turned down, so what. Why do we have to capitalise on everything. Why can`t we state facts as they really are.
Joseph Sciberras
Sep 22nd 2008, 15:59
Can all these posters calling for JPO's resignation explain why he should resign? From all the evidence that has come out till now it appears that he made a few calls to some MEPA officials to hurry them up with deciding on the permit application. Is this any different from what most MP's do? They may do it for people they know and there are times that they do it because they have direct interest, This is called lobbying and as far as I know is not illegal. No doubt he was an interested party and knew in general terms what the project was about. He never said he didn't before the election, he just said he was not aware of the details and that he was not the developer. If Sant was so confident that JPO had done something wrong why did he not confront him when he had the opportunity?
My view is that if the people who voted for JPO, i.e. his constituents, feel he should resign, they are the ones who should shout for it, because after all he represents them.
Incidentally I have never met JPO in my life and am not one his constituents.
Joe Vella
Sep 22nd 2008, 15:59
"But Dr Pullicino Orlando called him again and offered two places, one at Rinella Movie Park and one at Ta' Qali"
Does Dr Pullicino Orlando owe the Rinella Movie Park and the site at Ta' Qali or was he offerring public land? Who else knew of this offer? Did the lands department approve? Was the minister in charge of the department of lands aware of this offer? Is this the way that public land in Malta given away?
The Prime Minister was quoted to say that he was happy with all his MPs. Does this mean that he approves all this?
Any further comment is not necessary.
r.spiteri
Sep 22nd 2008, 15:57
How can Dr Gonzi sleeps at rest when he knew about J P O ? I thought Dr Gonzi was more serious.This is not fair when you heard J P O calling Dr Sant a liar and you laid back,when you knew what was happening.Is that the way you were taught to behave as a Christian?
ALBERT FENECH
Sep 22nd 2008, 15:54
I still distinctly remember Dr Pullicino Orlando vehemently stating that he knew absolutely nothing about the project. For a man who knew nothing he seems to have known an awful lot! Then there were his crocodile tears as he dabbed at his eyes with a handkerchief, so reminscent of the late actor Peter Ustinov playing Nero in the film "Quo Vadis". Yes indeed, QUO VADIS Dr Gonzi, the PN and Dr Jeffrey Pullicino Orlando? You have turned politics into a political circus and indeed you have proven the philosophy of the Roman Caesars that all the population care about is mere bread and circuses.
M Vella
Sep 22nd 2008, 15:53
One may look on the upside. At least he did not offer him Hagar Qim
Jean Paul Galea
Sep 22nd 2008, 15:53
I would like that in this country a culture of resignation is introduced whereby who ever is accuse or is found to have acted immorally resigns by himself this being prime minister or whoever. If after this case nothing happens and JPO is still there in parliament then democracy is over in this country. I wish that the nationalist pressure JPO for resignation with whatever it entails. It is the only way the government can gain again some for of credibility.
Mario Camilleri
Sep 22nd 2008, 15:38
All this is unbelievable, and to makes things worse we have a prime minister who does not have the guts to say a word on all this, let alone take any action. i must admit that Alfred sant was right after all and JPO was not saying the truth.
indeed these people will do anything to remain in power. where are the usual GonziPN apologists, especially ABC? how come they did not write anything to justify JPO?
O Xuereb
Sep 22nd 2008, 15:30
Come on Dr. Gonzi....take action! I voted for you the last election.....but believe me I am totally disappointed with your attitude as if nothing happened.....Shame on you!
Dr. Pullicino Orlando what are you doing there in Parliament? YOu must be ashamed of yourself....Grow up and be mature_______RESIGN!!!!!!!!!!! How difficult it is in Malta to make such a move
j Oatmon
Sep 22nd 2008, 15:24
The truth seems to be a rare commodity here in Malta, when there is the chance of making a lot of money - i.
It reminds me of a girl I knew of in the Philippines, it was said that 'she would rather climb a tree and tell a lie, than stand on the ground and tell the truth'!
carmelo briffa
Sep 22nd 2008, 15:23
The more I read about JPO. I believe if he really loves his party ( PN ) he should resign with out contemplating. He should go on all the TV stations and beg us all for forgiveness. He should quit from parliament and hide away from all the Maltese people. He is degraded to all of us as nothing but trouble
Tony Caruana
Sep 22nd 2008, 15:16
And still Dr Gonzi keeps quiet.
Of course Politicians go into politics to server their country. What other reason could there be ?
Remember there is the law of man but above that there is the law of GOD.
J. Borg
Sep 22nd 2008, 15:09
Considering everything that our country is 'blessed' with, why is everyone picking up on Dr. Pullicino Orlando?
at this rate we may end up with only the Speaker in parliament!
well, maybe not a bad idea either.....
Maria Pace
Sep 22nd 2008, 15:06
After all those tears and handkerchiefs and blushing and calling Alfred Sant a liar, comes this interesting bit of news.
Cry me a river, Jeff...or an ocean if you like but you've lost all credibility.
A Daley
Sep 22nd 2008, 14:55
SANT WAS CORRECT!
THIS IS ALSO ANOTHER PROOF THAT WE ARE LIVING IN A ZIMBABWE STYLE OF DEMOCRACY.
THE ELECTION WAS ONE BIG FRAUD!
BEFORE THE ELECTION, GONZI KNEW EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS CASE, BUT TRIED TO PLAY IT STUPID.
SINCE THE ELECTION WAS WON BECAUSE THOUSANDS BELIEVED JPO AND NOT SANT, THEN THE HONORABLE THING FOR THE PM WOULD BE TO CALL AN ELECTION!
MIN TNELLAH B’MIN, - - DOTTOR GONZI?
ISTHI, GHAX GHANDEK BIEX!
Charles Zammit
Sep 22nd 2008, 14:44
Your report states quote Mr Micallef said he then drew up a contract with Dr Pullicino Orlando. A problem they had discussed was parking, and Dr Pullicino Orlando said he would give him another piece of land for parking. Dr Pullicino Orlando had bought this land while the development application was being processed unquote If this is true any comment on who knew what is superfluous.
Michael Cutajar
Sep 22nd 2008, 14:42
After yesterday`s Independence feast and several Isn't the Nationalist Party and its leader brilliant speeches, here is another JPO saga. Once again the courts give us a snatch to wet our appetite
For goodness sake Government is something which should be conducted without sentiment. I acknowledge the Prime Minister must be somewhat uncomfortable.
But to fix the problem, you first have to face up to it. Dear Jefrey, The Nationalist party members dont want you. You are embarassing your right honourable members of Parliament and your Prime Minister. RESIGN! if you don`t you will be pleasing the Labour Party. Full stop.
Jeffrey Tabone
Sep 22nd 2008, 14:42
... and politicians want to be elected to serve us!!! hehe tell it to the marines. to anyone who reads this i promise to try to be elected to serve me to serve you. lol
denise busuttil
Sep 22nd 2008, 14:39
@m.Brincat
you forgot to mention all the programmes he did on our local tv stations
L. Coleiro
Sep 22nd 2008, 14:33
And what will Gonzi do about this??? Will he cry also???
Joanne Ellul
Sep 22nd 2008, 14:23
I think that if JPO has any respect left for the Nationalist Party he represents he has no option but to do the honourable thing and resign forthwith.
His position is untenable.
Robert A.
Sep 22nd 2008, 14:18
Shame on you Dr. Pullicino Orlando. Gonzi should ask for his resignation.
Joe Mamo
Sep 22nd 2008, 14:17
Shall we call him Dr. Pullicino Orlano MP ? or Pullicino Orlando Real Estate agency ? He first offered him two sites that a third of his own. Was he a dentist ? An MP ? Speculator ? or Sensar ? Thoought he should have been an active, busy and hard working member of parlament regarding green issues. Well I must have misunderstood that. Well done Jeff "il-borma hawwadtha sew.
M. Fenech
Sep 22nd 2008, 14:00
"Dr Pullicino Orlando then told him about his own land in Mistra."
Dear Hon. Dr. Pullicino Orlando MP,
On this statement ONLY, you should be a gentleman and resign with immediate effect. As a green MP, you should have never considered "offering" your own land in Mistra for development, even for a VIP club of not more than 10 people.
Manuel Micallef
Sep 22nd 2008, 14:00
So JPO knew nothing about the application? ha ha ha!!
I cannot understand how such a guy is left in our parlament under PN's ticket. Shame
M. Brincat
Sep 22nd 2008, 13:58
And we solemnly vow - on our beloved children - that we don't know anything. And we cry a river just in case we're not believed. And we get elected on two districts, because we are credible and green and belong to the party of the "Par Idejn Sodi", and the PM and his Secretary General have full faith in us and back every tear that we cry, every vow that we take and every press conference that we decide to interrupt.
And we all lived happily ever after. Very happily indeed.
Jean-Pierre Aquilina
Sep 22nd 2008, 13:54
...and Dr Pullicino Orlando claimed (before the last election) that he knew nothing of the project on his land.
Who is right?