The following are the top stories in national newspapers today.
Times of Malta says more than 500 medical doctors have signed a declaration expressing their opposition to the government’s plan to introduce embryo freezing, insisting that life starts at conception. In another story, it says Malta’s increased awareness of sexual and romantic relationships between persons with disability has been flagged as a “promising practice” by the EU’s Agency for Fundamental Rights – FRA.
MaltaToday says Foreign Minister Carmelo Abela was evasive when asked on work carried out by government employees at his home.
The Malta Independent says the Ombudsman has warned of the government’s negative approach when it comes to disclosing information.
L-Orizzont quotes Economy Minister Chris Cardona saying that Malta had a strong economic motor.
In-Nazzjon says the Prime Minister has defended Keith Schembri in relation to allegations that he received money during a visit to Baku.