The Office of the Ombudsman said today that it is carrying out an investigation on the regulation of employment, engagement procedures and conditions of work of irregular immigrants in Malta.
"The object of this investigation is to determine the awareness by public authorities of these issues and whether existing laws and regulations in this area are being enforced."
The office said that submissions in writing by interested parties should be sent to the Ombudsman at 11, St Paul Street, Valletta by 26 February 2010.
The Ombudsman will also consider requests for oral submissions and appointments may be made by contacting Ms Marthese Muscat on telephone 21246861 or via email at office@ombudsman.org.mt