A lot of thought must have gone into the wording above this garage in Gżira. Unless the job was done by a person who cannot write!
Dozy parker
Congratulations to this motorist for being non-conformist and unconventional in his approach to parking spaces! The person must consider the rule of parking between the lines as an oppressive and outdated notion. The car park operators should adopt a zero tolerance approach and clamp such nonchalant drivers. They are a nuisance and an inconvenience to the big majority who abide by the rules.
Wrong example
The police cyclist delivering court summons in Birkirkara early last Tuesday morning did not set a good example and broke a couple of traffic rules. He realised he had made a mistake and did not think twice about making a U-turn in Bwieraq Street and driving the wrong way. He did not have the decency to stop at the corner with John Borg Street and walk five metres but continued driving his bike against the traffic. Obviously getting on to John Borg Street was easy – doing another U-turn!
Campsite rubbish
The caravans at Baħar iċ-Ċagħaq were removed some weeks ago. However, empty bottles, cans and other rubbish can still be seen strewn along the road in front of the camping site. How about a thorough clean-up and a few bins?
Crossed lanes
A teenager doing the driving test was scolded by the examiner when he stopped some distance from the cars in front and at the back after parking. The student wasted valuable space when the country has a parking space problem, the examiner charged. Later, the same examiner insisted the student should have not driven along a bus lane in Marsa, notwithstanding a sign saying it was temporarily suspended!
Big bad taste
An advert on TVM usually screened during prime time depicts a young couple meeting at a supermarket. The girl looks down and exclaims: “Wow, that’s so big!” A cereal bar than appears on screen. To some this may be in bad taste.
Traffic jammed
Road works on Rudolph Street, Sliema, on October 19, a Saturday, meant part of it had to be closed to traffic. Fair enough. What was illogical was that a side road leading from Birkirkara Road to Mrabat Street was also closed for some time as it was blocked by a small crane. The result was motorists seeking a detour found long tailbacks.
Over the edge
The picturesque area of Dingli cliffs is blighted with rubbish dumped over the edge. The site is frequented by hundreds of rambling tourists and locals, especially in autumn and winter. The place should be cleaned up immediately.
Dangerous view
The balconies of this dilapidated building in St Paul Street, Valletta, need to be removed immediately as they are posing a danger to passers-by, especially in strong winds and inclement weather. Is there no authority that monitors such dangerous structures?
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