Quotes of the week

"We apologise and regret that it happened but it is not our fault. We acted immediately but we are not to blame."

A spokesman for the Water Services Corporation after animal blood seeped out of the slaughterhouse in Marsa last Wednesday, filling the streets as it mixed with rainwater.

"The accused represented the whole judicial system but, whatever your standing or position, the law is there for everyone."

Head of the Prosecution Unit at the Attorney General's Office, Anthony Barbara, at the opening of the trial of former Chief Justice Noel Arrigo, who faces charges of corruption.

"I know that even if I have an argument with my wife they will use it against me."

Former Żebbuġ mayor Brian Bonnici, who resigned amid claims of abuse, but who believes he was framed.

"All this is a waste of time."

Mepa's Audit Officer Joseph Falzon saying he is considering resigning because he cannot continue working in such a 'hostile' environment.

"America is a land of opportunity whose identity has been forged by generations of immigrants."

US Ambassador Douglas Kmiec addressing a group of 13 refugees who left Malta for the US as part of the Embassy's permanent refugee resettlement programme.