During a visit to David’s Bakery, Minister for Gozo Clint Camilleri noted the company’s which has not only managed to meet the challenges over the years, has also expanded operations with its products now exported overseas.
David’s Bakery has continued to expand over the past 29 years and today, this family business employs 55 people.
“This was a company that kept its employees in work during the pandemic and continued with its operation. It is companies such as David’s Bakery, which embrace a vision and fully believe in their products that will continue to create more jobs in Gozo for Gozitans.” the Minister said.
He added that, “it was such companies, which invested and helped, even in times of the pandemic, to strengthen the field of employment in Gozo, as 90% of Gozitans that had lost their jobs during the pandemic, resumed work.”
The Minister, referring to the Covid-related benefits and schemes just announced by the Government, said that many businesses on Gozo “have a very positive feeling” and look at this sustainable vision as an ideal one that will raise and strengthen the levels of many areas in Gozo.”
As Minister for Gozo, he promised businesses and companies based in Gozo that he will “continue to support them” whenever needed.
David Mercieca, the owner of David’s Bakery, thanked his family who, he said, have always stood behind him over the years. He also thanked Minister Camilleri for his help.
He went on to say that “despite the difficulties they encountered due to the pandemic, none of the employees lost their jobs.”
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