The Gozo Diocese has said that applications close in the coming week for Gozitan students studying in Malta who would like to avail themselves of the accommodation service offered by the Church in Gozo.

As announced in September last year Bishop Grech said that thanks to the cooperation of the Augustinian Friars and Sisters of Saint Joseph, two homes in Malta available to the Diocese to be used as accommodation: one in Gwardamanga with 14 rooms for young men, and the other for young women in Gzira with 7 rooms.

During a meeting with members of the Gozo University Group last year, the Bishop provided further details relating to the accommodation on offer.

The Bishop explained to the delegation that the rent for the months from October to June will be €100 a month for each person. However, the cost of water, electricity, internet, gas and cleaning services are not covered in the €100 rent, and is to be shared between the students.

The Gzira hostel has 7 individual bedrooms with 3 shared bathrooms, while the one in Gwardamanga will have 6 double bedrooms and 2 individual bedrooms, each room with its own bathroom. Every room is also equipped with a desk for studying, the Bishop said.

Both hostels will each have a shared kitchen and a washing-machine. Mgr Grech added that a cleaner will be employed to clean the common areas, while the managing persons are to inspect the hostels every two weeks to check if everything is in order.The residents will also be able to contact these persons in case of emergencies.

The Gozo Diocese said that applications will be received until next Friday, the 30th of August on first come first serve basis. Those interested may contact the Bishop’s Curia Reception (tel. 2155 1211).

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