Quotes of the week

“A positive conclusion.”

Finance Ministry spokesman on the agreement reached with the Union Ħaddiema Magħqudin over Gozo Channel. Directives threatened to disrupt the ferry service over carnival weekend.

“When it comes to adoption, the suitability of a person cannot be determined by sexual orientation or marital status.”

Theologian Fr Rene Camilleri disagreeing with diktats during a debate on whether single people should be allowed to adopt.

“This is to show you how much I love you.”

A message Keith Falzon – the 34-year-old who compiled a photo album with Confirmation and Holy Communion photos of young boys – wrote when he gave a child a gift.

“All is on track.”

A government spokesman offering reassurance that Air Malta’s restructuring plan is viable after Brussels expressed doubts.

“It is clear a lot more has to be done to combat this perception.”

Environment Minister Mario de Marco reacting to a report showing 60 per cent of Maltese believe that Mepa is corrupt.

“Never in 26 years in business did I sell gas heaters so fast.”

Firm B. Pullicino owner Brian Pullicino on how gas heaters had sold like hot cakes after Malta was hit by a lengthy cold spell.