The Ministry for Infrastructure, Transport and Communications has said that Minister Austin Gatt has left Mater Dei Hospital this afternoon to start his convalescence.

The Minister was admitted to Mater Dei yesterday under the care of Consultants Dr. Coleiro and Mr. Caruana Dingli.

He presented with severe abdominal pain and dyspepsia. Investigation and intervention revealed peptic ulceration.

The Minister was given the appropriate medical treatment and advice on convalescence.

The Ministry said that the Minister is cancelling all his engagements this week.

He will however attend and vote at his Parliamentary commitments this week. Minister Austin Gatt expects to be able to return to his normal schedule this Monday.

The Minister has personally thanked doctors and staff at Mater Dei Hospital for their care.

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