President George Abela and Prime Minister Lawrence Gonzi have both left Malta on private holidays.

Dr and Mrs Abela will be vacationing in Italy, while Dr and Mrs Gonzi chose the UK as their current holiday destination.

Both couples are expected back on Friday.

In the meantime, Anton Tabone has assumed the role of Acting President.

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