The Nationalist Party expressed concern at the atmosphere in Parliament, which it said was degenerating with continuous attacks by the government on the Opposition.

The party referred to the Prime Minister’s speech on Monday and statements yesterday by Minister Marie Louise Coleiro Preca and Joe Mizzi, which it said were aimed at shutting up the opposition.

Mr Mizzi yesterday demanded a ruling from the Speaker after Nationalist MP George Pullicino complained that Ms Coleiro Preca was taking too long in replying to a question by Labour MP Carmelo Abela.

 

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