AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoHeat & Safety: Malta’s Met Office says a second heatwave is set to hit this weekend, with an Orange Weather Warning as temperatures may exceed 38°C; health authorities urge extra care for children and vulnerable people, especially as airborne dust may briefly limit the worst of the rise. Healthcare Governance: A National Audit Office follow-up flags continued use of direct orders at Mater Dei Hospital for engineering services in 2025, raising concerns about non-competitive procurement practices and service continuity while tenders were pending. Emergency Response: Mater Dei reports two major simultaneous pre-hospital operations—one involving a fall from height in Mellieħa and another severe heat exhaustion near Għar Lapsi—handled with coordinated ambulance and Civil Protection RHIB support. Public Health Data Transparency: Momentum says government refused to release anonymised locality data on heat-related deaths after a FOI request, despite the Ministry confirming 20 heat-related deaths during 20–26 July. Research & Youth: Esplora launched the Young Researchers’ Grant 2026, backing Maltese teens aged 13–21 with up to €700 for real research projects, including health-focused topics. Local Health Access: Gozo pharmacies are set to open in Kercem and Nadur on Sunday, improving weekend access for residents.
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