Independent MP Jeffrey Pullicino Orlando turned 49 today and celebrated with a cake at the offices of the Malta Council for Science and Technology during an official tour by the prime minister.

Dr Pullicino Orlando, who is chairman of the MCST, and CEO Nicholas Sammut briefed Dr Gonzi on the latest projects conducted by the council.

However, when the tour was over Dr Pullicino Orlando invited guests and staff to his office where a big chocolate cake with 'Happy Birthday Jeffrey' written on it, was laid on a table.

Dr Pullicino Orlando cut the cake under the glare of press and television cameras.

Though he looked surprised by the move, Dr Gonzi joined in to congratulate Dr Pullicino Orlando.

When asked, Dr Pullicino Orlando said he had cleared the event with the Office of the Prime Minister beforehand.

On his Facebook page, Dr Pullicino Orlando this morning announced the prime minister's visit and said he would offer him some birthday cake. 

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