“We unanimously agreed to press the pause button.”

Prime Minister Joseph Muscat saying EU leaders had agreed to allow finance ministers to get the necessary verifications on the money each country owed before paying up.


“No attempts to tamper with the justice system.”

Acting Police Commissioner Ray Zammit contesting the decree of Magistrate Francesco Depasquale who found him in contempt of court – the decision was reversed.


“Hear me out Georgie... why did you award this contract?”

Energy Minister Konrad Mizzi de­flecting criticism on the missed power station deadline by exposing a solar energy contract awarded by former resources minister George Pullicino on the eve of the election.


“I am cleaner than all the government MPs put together.”

Pullicino denying Dr Mizzi’s claims and urging the police to investigate.


“I would hate to think of injury through absolute stupidity.”

Traffic consultant Hugh Arnett puzzled over government’s decision to cordon off major roadworks using large stone blocks instead of jersey barriers that are safer for motorists.


“I will now try to remind myself of his determination and, like him, move on.”

Anna Spiteri, wife of veteran broadcaster Manni, trying to come to terms with the sudden loss of her 79-year-old husband who died doing what he loved most – recording a radio programme.


“Malta has a quiet, effective diplomacy that is creative.”

UN special envoy Bernardino Leon praising Malta’s role in Libya peace talks that took place after the Libyan Prime Minister and half his Cabinet flew in on a surprise visit.

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