Alternattiva Demokratika has expressed its dismay at the Prime Minister’s statements on divorce, where he stated that he would not be influenced by the fact that divorce was available across the world.

Michael Briguglio, AD Chairperson, said, “Prime Minister Lawrence Gonzi is entitled to his beliefs, but is adopting an ostrich-like approach, burying his head in the sand from the reality of thousands of people. It is very arrogant to assume that Malta knows better than all other countries in the world, and to date no other country has reversed its divorce legislation. It is clear more than ever that divorce is a political issue which can be solved through the vote.”

Yvonne Arqueros Ebejer, AD spokesperson for Civil Rights added, “AD is the only party with a clear position in favour of the introduction of divorce, and it is for this reason that we form part of the YES movement. The Prime Minister’s statement has shown crass insensitivity and lack of compassion towards thousands of people who would like to reconsistitute or regularise their family life.”

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