The Nationalist Party in a three-line statement this afternoon said it had noted the Police Commissioner's declaration (that no court action is to be taken against John Dalli), saying it meant peace of mind and satisfaction to Mr Dalli and his family.

The party said that although Mr Dalli's 'departure' from the European Commission was based on a political decision, it had always fully respected Mr Dalli's right to have the space and the peace of mind to defend himself.

As always, it said, it had always respected the legal process.

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