Addressing a political activity in Xewkija today the Prime Minister Joseph Muscat said that in 4 years there is now less unemployment in Gozo, with an increase of 1,500 people working full-time on the island.

Joseph Muscat said that Gozo has reached a crossroads, with 21 days to go until a decision is to be made by Gozitans. He asked does Gozo want to remain dependent on the Maltese economy, or take a leap in quality, and to be united internationally enabling Gozo to really move forward.”

He stated that 47 out of the 100 proposals presented for Gozo by the Opposition Leader Simon Busuttil, had already been carried out, or were underway. These include the fibre optic cable between Malta and Gozo, the Creativity Hub in Xewkija, a new school in Victoria and a care home for the elderly in Ghajnsielem. Dr Muscat added that first time buyers in Gozo are already receiving help in a measure that was implemented for the whole country.

The Prime Minister continued by saying that, “on the other half of the proposals, PN did not mention where the money would come from to implement them.” he added that “there are some positive proposals put forward, which are already being considered by ourselves.”

Dr Muscat stated that Simon Busuttil has vowed to stop an investment in the health sector in Gozo, through this investment Gozo will have a new hospital with many new services. “Simon Busuttil wanted to stop all this and the Barts Medical School.” The Prime Minister said that 30 foreign students are already confirmed, “the number of students will rise to 300” and the Prime Minister added, these “will be contributing €4 million a year into the Gozitan economy.”

Also today the Prime Minister said that the proposed project of a tunnel between Malta and Gozo could be operational in around 7 years, with studies at an advanced stage.

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