The Gozo University Group has called on the government to build a students' hostel for Gozitans near the University in view of the 'ridiculously high' rents being charged for accommodation by private landlords.

The GUG in proposals on the Budget said the hostel should be available at reasonable cost through a means-testing system.

The group also suggested that the government grant for Gozitan students residing in Malta should be extended to those students who, after successfully completing their post-secondary education, pursue a full-time course on a private basis in Malta which is not internship based, corporate financed or which is also available in Gozo.

It also called for more cultural and entertainment events to be held in Gozo  to address the seasonality problem Gozo suffers from. In particular, the group said Notte Gozitana should start being held once again.