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29 May, 2020
27 May, 2020
Update | F-Gases | List of licensed technicians
The Technical Regulations Division updated the list of licensed technicians under the Fluorinated Greenhouse ...
19 May, 2020
Tender Published
MJEG/MPU/84/2020 - Tender for the Supply, Delivery & Installation, Testing & Commissioning ...
18 May, 2020
Update | F-Gases | List of licensed technicians
The Technical Regulations Division updated the list of licensed technicians under the Fluorinated Greenhouse ...
12 May, 2020
Update | Registered biocidal products
The Technical Regulations Division updated the documents section under the Biocidal Products' page: ...
12 May, 2020
12 May, 2020
Update | Sanitisers' list against viruses
The Technical Regulations Division updated the documents section under the Biocidal Products' page: ...
04 May, 2020
Update | Biocidal Products
The Technical Regulations Division updated the following -
Database of Registered Biocidal Products ...
30 Apr, 2020
Updates | Lifts' database & others
The Technical Regulations Division updated the following -
Documents section under the Biocidal Products' ...
29 Apr, 2020
Notification - ‘Chewable Hair Vitamins’ ®
NOTIFICATION by the Malta Competition and Consumer Affairs Authority, Technical Regulations Division obo ...
22 Apr, 2020
Office for Consumer Affairs | Consultation
The Office for Consumer Affairs published a public consultation: An Act to amend the Consumer Affairs ...
17 Apr, 2020
Technical Regulations Division | Update
The Technical Regulations Division uploaded a new page related to the Mutual Recognition Regulation. ...
15 Apr, 2020
Standards & Metrology Institute | Update
The Standards & Metrology Institute updated the approved list SM 1400:2013 (Motor Vehicle Body ...
14 Apr, 2020
Extension of Validity of Professional User and Distributor of PPP Certification
Date: 14.04.2020
Subject: Extension of Validity of Professional User and Distributor of Plant Protection ...
13 Apr, 2020
Technical Regulations Division | Updates
The Technical Regulations Division updated the database of Registered Biocidal Products in Malta. ...
04 Apr, 2020
Press Release
Following reports in the media that paracetamol of the brand Crescent has seen a sharp increase in ...
02 Apr, 2020
Technical Regulations Division | Updates
The Technical Regulations Division updated the following -
Database of Registered Biocidal Products ...
01 Apr, 2020
MCCAA Online Services
The MCCAA would like to remind the public that we are available online. Our services are available ...
30 Mar, 2020
Cancelled package holidays
In these past few weeks, many people have had their holidays cancelled due to the current pandemic ...
27 Mar, 2020
Filing of Concentration Notification Forms
In view of the current extraordinary situations, the Office for Competition is now operating by remote ...
26 Mar, 2020
Package Travel | Temporary measures
The MCCAA would like to inform consumers that, in an effort to secure rights to a refund for all effected ...
24 Mar, 2020
Office for Competition | Statement
The European Commission and the Competition authorities across all Member states and in the European ...
23 Mar, 2020
Some Standards are Now Available for FREE!
The MCCAA is joining National Standards Bodies across Europe to provide a set of standards related ...
20 Mar, 2020
Guidance for Hand Sanitisers
In view of the local COVID-19 outbreak, cleaning and disinfection of hands is important more than ever ...
17 Mar, 2020
11 Mar, 2020
Database of Registered Biocidal Products in Malta Updated
The Technical Regulations Division updated the database of Registered Biocidal Products in Malta. ...
11 Mar, 2020
Office for Competition: Decision
The Office for Competition approves the Acquisition of Joint Control by MSC Cruises SA of Palumbo Malta ...
10 Mar, 2020
Public Consultation
The MCCAA has set up a technical committee to revise the standard on public playgrounds. This revised ...
06 Mar, 2020
Opening of a Phase II Investigation
As announced by the Office for Competition on 19 February 2020, the Office for Competition decided ...
27 Feb, 2020
Coronavirus: Consumers’ rights in case of package holiday or flight cancellations
UPDATE 26.03.2020: Package Travel | Temporary measures
The MCCAA would like to inform consumers that, ...
24 Feb, 2020
Office for Competition: Decision
The Office for Competition approves the Acquisition of Stars Group Inc. by Flutter Entertainment plc. ...
20 Feb, 2020
Office for Competition: Decision
The Office for Competition approves the Acquisition of Power Plus Trading Limited by Daystar Holdings ...
19 Feb, 2020
Opening of a Phase II Investigation
Office for Competition started a phase II investigation on the proposed concentration between Retail ...
18 Feb, 2020
Notification of Concentration
In terms of regulation 5(4) of the Control of Concentrations Regulations, 2002 published in Legal Notice ...
18 Feb, 2020
Litigation
Decision of the Office for Competition finding resale price maintenance, issued in October 2016 becomes ...
14 Feb, 2020
Office for Competition: Decision
The Office for Competition approves The Joint Venture between Atlas Insurance PCC Limited, GasanMamo ...
07 Feb, 2020
Notification of Concentration
In terms of regulation 5(4) of the Control of Concentrations Regulations, 2002 published in Legal Notice ...
05 Feb, 2020
‘DIY Slime’ recalled from the local market
The Market Surveillance Directorate within the Technical Regulations Division of the Malta Competition ...
04 Feb, 2020
The MCCAA welcomes Minister for Tourism and Consumer Protection Julia Farrugia Portelli
The MCCAA welcomes Minister for Tourism and Consumer Protection Julia Farrugia Portelli and Parliamentary ...
16 Jan, 2020
Notification of Concentration
In terms of regulation 5(4) of the Control of Concentrations Regulations, 2002 published in Legal Notice ...
14 Jan, 2020
Office for Competition : Decisions
The Office for Competition approves the Acquisition by Brown’s Pharma Limited.
The decision can be ...
10 Jan, 2020
Notification of Concentration
In terms of regulation 5(4) of the Control of Concentrations Regulations, 2002 published in Legal Notice ...
10 Jan, 2020
Notification of Concentration
In terms of regulation 5(4) of the Control of Concentrations Regulations, 2002 published in Legal Notice ...
09 Dec, 2019
Appreciation | Ing. F. Farrugia
Ing. F. Farrugia will be remembered for his contribution towards National Standards and Quality Assurance. ...
26 Nov, 2019
Notification of Concentration
In terms of regulation 5(4) of the Control of Concentrations Regulations, 2002 published in Legal Notice ...
22 Nov, 2019
MCCAA announces ‘Premju Servizz bi Tbissima 2019’ winners
The MCCAA announced the winners of the fifth edition of Premju Servizz bi Tbissima at an awards night ...
19 Nov, 2019
PRODUCT RECALL: Peeled Broad Beans in 450g packs of the brand ‘Mill-Kċina taz-Zija’
In accordance with the Pesticides Control Act, the MCCAA, would like to inform the public of the product ...
01 Nov, 2019
Strategic training collaboration between the MCCAA and the University of Malta
The MCCAA and the University of Malta are working together through a strategic collaboration on training. ...
28 Oct, 2019
Office for Competition : Decisions
The Office for Competition approves the Acquisition of Velprint Ltd by Giov. Muscat Co Ltd.
The decision ...
10 Oct, 2019
Notification of Concentration
In terms of regulation 5(4) of the Control of Concentrations Regulations, 2002 published in Legal Notice ...
10 Oct, 2019
Bilateral meetings between the MCCAA and the University of Bari
A courtesy visit was paid to His Excellency the Ambassador of Italy to Malta, Mario Sommartino, during ...
30 Sep, 2019
Competition Authority of the Republic of Albania
Representatives of the Competition Authority of the Republic of Albania visit Malta
Members of the ...
25 Sep, 2019
Office for Competition: Decision
The Office for Competition approves the Acquisition of La Poste SA by Caisse des dépôts et Consignations. ...
25 Sep, 2019
Thomas Cook ceases operations: Guidance to affected travellers
In view of Thomas Cook’s insolvency, the MCCAA would like to offer some guidance to the affected travellers. ...
10 Sep, 2019
Office for Competition: Decision
The Office for Competition approves the Acquisition by Quad US BidCo Inc.
The decision ...
06 Sep, 2019
Office for Competition: Decision
The Office for Competition approves the Acquisition by Argus Group Holdings Ltd.
The decision can be ...
04 Sep, 2019
Office for Competition: Decision
The Office for Competition approves the Acquisition by Redbird Parent Holdings Inc.
The decision can ...
03 Sep, 2019
Notification of Concentration
In terms of regulation 5(4) of the Control of Concentrations Regulations, 2002 published in Legal Notice ...
27 Aug, 2019
Public Warning Statement against Beauty Bar Venofye (Valletta) – Miro (Meir) Assouline
The Director General (Consumer Affairs) hereby issues this Public Statement in accordance with Article ...
22 Aug, 2019
Office for Competition: Decision
The Office for Competition approves the Acquisition by CKV Central Limited.
The decision can be found ...
20 Aug, 2019
Notification of Concentration
In terms of regulation 5(4) of the Control of Concentrations Regulations, 2002 published in Legal Notice ...
13 Aug, 2019
Notification of Concentration
In terms of regulation 5(4) of the Control of Concentrations Regulations, 2002 published in Legal Notice ...
13 Aug, 2019
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Stqarrija | Segretarjat Parlamentari għall-Biedja, Sajd u Drittijiet tal-Annimali flimkien mal-MCCAA ...
06 Aug, 2019
Public Warning Statement against Dario Azzopardi - 3 Group
The Director General (Consumer Affairs) hereby issues this public statement in accordance with Article ...
30 Jul, 2019
Notification of Concentration
In terms of regulation 5(4) of the Control of Concentrations Regulations, 2002 published in Legal Notice ...
30 Jul, 2019
Pesticide residue testing for produce available in Malta
Safeguarding consumers
Plant Protection Products or as better known ‘pesticides’, cover a wide range ...
29 Jul, 2019
Office for Competition: Decision
The Office for Competition approves the Acquisition by HID Corporation Limited.
The decision can be ...
23 Jul, 2019
Press Release | Office for Competition
The Office for Competition refers to the recent announcement from Malta Dairy Products Ltd (Benna) ...
09 Jul, 2019
Notification of Concentration
In terms of regulation 5(4) of the Control of Concentrations Regulations, 2002 published in Legal Notice ...
04 Jul, 2019
Notification of Concentration
In terms of regulation 5(4) of the Control of Concentrations Regulations, 2002 published in Legal Notice ...
24 Jun, 2019
Office for Competition: Decision
The Office for Competition approves the Joint Venture between M&Z Group Limited and BPM Limited. ...
24 Jun, 2019
Check your domestic gas regulators
The MCCAA noted that Gas regulators intended for butane have been placed on the market and most often ...
12 Jun, 2019
5th edition of ‘Premju Servizz bi Tbissima’
The 5th edition of ‘Premju Servizz bi Tbissima’ was launched by the MCCAA at St George’s Square, Valletta. ...
04 Jun, 2019
Notification of Concentration
In terms of Regulation 5(4) of the Control of Concentrations Regulations 2002, published in the Legal ...
03 Jun, 2019
REMINDER: Unsafe swimming floats
REMINDER: Unsafe swimming floats withdrawn from the local market
The MCCAA would like to remind the ...
03 Jun, 2019
PRODUCT RECALL: Dunlop Travel Hair Dryer 1200W
The MCCAA would like to inform the public of the product recall that the manufacturer has made regarding ...
03 Jun, 2019
‘SIMBA’ Space Gas Heaters Model NY-F138
The MCCAA has come across Space Gas Heaters which were for sale for the last years with the Brand ‘SIMBA’ ...
29 May, 2019
Office for Competition: Decision
The Office for Competition approves the Acquisition of Joint Control by Oaktree Capital Management ...
21 May, 2019
Office for Competition: Decision
The Office for Competition approves the Acquisition by Dea Capital Alternative Funds s.g.r. S.p.A. ...
20 May, 2019
Product Warning Statement: Oyster DuoFix i-Size base
The MCCAA would like to inform the public of a test failure concerning the Oyster DuoFix i-Size base. ...
17 May, 2019
ECHA Submission portal now available
The MCCAA is glad to announce that the first release of the ECHA Submission portal for poison centres ...
17 May, 2019
Office for Competition: Decision
The Office for Competition approves Centerbridge Partners L.P.'s Acquisition of Certain Software ...
15 May, 2019
MCCAA signed UNECE Declaration on Gender Responsive Standards
MCCAA Chairperson Ing. Helga Pizzuto, on behalf of the National Standards Body of Malta, signed the ...
14 May, 2019
Public Warning Statement against Philip Fenech
The Director General (Consumer Affairs) hereby issues this Public Statement in accordance with Article ...
10 May, 2019
The MCCAA Gozo branch has officially opened its doors to the public
The Authority’s branch in Gozo is now officially open to the public.
The Minister for Gozo Justyne ...
09 May, 2019
Notification of Concentration
In terms of Regulation 5(4) of the Control of Concentrations Regulations 2002, published in the Legal ...
08 May, 2019
Price reductions on 29 medicines
Price reductions on 29 medicines and introduction of new 14 generic medicines and 23 medicinal products ...
07 May, 2019
Notification of Concentration
In terms of Regulation 5(4) of the Control of Concentrations Regulations 2002, published in the Legal ...
30 Apr, 2019
Notification of Concentration
In terms of Regulation 5(4) of the Control of Concentrations Regulations 2002, published in the Legal ...
18 Apr, 2019
Fisher Price Rock ‘N Play Sleeper Recall
The MCCAA would like to inform the public of a recall concerning the Fisher Price Rock ‘N Play Sleeper. ...
16 Apr, 2019
Safety of Gas Cylinders, Related Accessories and Gaseous Appliances
| Sigurtà taċ-ċilindri tal-gass, aċċesorji relatati u tagħmir tal-gass |
Following a joint statement ...
09 Apr, 2019
Public Warning Statement against Justin Buttigieg – Reboot (Gozo)
The Director General (Consumer Affairs) hereby issues this Public Statement in accordance with Article ...
02 Apr, 2019
Cot mattress safety
The Market Surveillance Directorate within the Technical Regulations Division of the MCCAA would like ...
15 Mar, 2019
2019 World Consumer Rights Day Conference
The MCCAA organised a conference on ‘Trusted Smart Products’ to mark this year’s World Consumer Rights ...
15 Mar, 2019
Baby products which pose a serious risk
Baby products which pose a serious risk to consumers found on the local market
As part of the Prosafe ...
14 Mar, 2019
National Action Plan for Sustainable Use of Pesticides
The MCCAA publishes a consultation document on Malta’s National Action Plan for Sustainable Use of ...
06 Mar, 2019
TVM interview on safety of gas cylinders
English version: Avoid an accident: How can you tell if you have a gas leak?
Maltese version: Evita ...
06 Mar, 2019
Press Release issued by the MCCAA & REWS
Following three incidents potentially involving gas cylinder during the last few days, both the MCCAA ...
05 Mar, 2019
Dear Michael, we lost you, but we will never forget you...
The Authority has lost one of its long-standing Directors Ing. Michael Cassar, Director Market Surveillance ...
08 Feb, 2019
Quality Management System confirmed
The MCCAA has, once again, received confirmation that it implements and maintains an effective quality ...
23 Jan, 2019
The PROSAFE General Assembly hosted in Malta
Malta hosted the PROSAFE (Product Safety Forum of Europe) General Assembly for European market surveillance ...
09 Jan, 2019
Withdrawal of an unsafe toy from the local market
A project undertaken by the Market Surveillance Directorate within the Technical Regulations Division ...
07 Jan, 2019
Unsafe juicer bottles can scald you
The Market Surveillance Directorate within the Technical Regulations Division of the MCCAA has encountered ...
02 Jan, 2019
TVM interview on consumer rights during sales
English version: Business is quiet – people no longer flocking to January sales
Maltese version: Ħwienet ...
29 Dec, 2018
TVM interview on inspections by the Metrology Directorate
English version: When filling vehicle with fuel pay attention to price, not only to the meter
Maltese ...
21 Dec, 2018
L-Għażla Magazine | 10th issue
The MCCAA has recently published the 10th issue of l-Għażla Magazine. The main purpose of l-Għażla ...
21 Dec, 2018
TVM interview on consumer complaints & consumer rights
English version: Over 750 complaints were lodged by consumers this year
Maltese version: Din is-sena ...
10 Dec, 2018
Check your Christmas lights now, do not leave it to chance!
Each year we see more and more variations of Christmas lights. The MCCAA is hereby reminding consumers ...
06 Dec, 2018
Public Warning Statement against Draz's Dinghy Boats
The Director General (Consumer Affairs) hereby issues this Public Statement in accordance with Article ...
06 Dec, 2018
Public Warning Statement against NG Racing
The Director General (Consumer Affairs) hereby issues this Public Statement in accordance with Article ...
03 Dec, 2018
Malta and Albania sign an MoU on cooperation
The MCCAA and the Competition Authority of the Republic of Albania have entered into a memorandum of ...
18 Nov, 2018
“Premju Servizz bi Tbissima 2018”
“Premju Servizz bi Tbissima 2018” winners announced by the MCCAA
The Malta Competition and Consumer ...
30 Oct, 2018
The MCCAA continues to improve its services
The MCCAA continues to improve its services through user-friendly online systems
During a press conference ...
29 Oct, 2018
Public Warning Statement against Eman Zammit
The Director General (Consumer Affairs) hereby issues this Public Statement in accordance with Article ...
17 Oct, 2018
Price reductions on 23 medicines
Parl. Secretary Deo Debattista announces price reductions on 23 medicines & 5 medical devices
Parliamentary ...
13 Oct, 2018
The MCCAA to set up an office in Gozo
The Ministry for Gozo and the MCCAA signed a Service Level Agreement, leading the Authority to open ...
12 Oct, 2018
Energy labelling: New obligation
Energy labelling: New obligation as from 1st January 2019 applicable to Importers, Authorised Representatives ...
01 Oct, 2018
Public Warning Statement against Wayne Cassar
The Director General (Consumer Affairs) hereby issues this Public Statement in accordance with Article ...
20 Sep, 2018
Notification of Concentration
In terms of Regulation 5(4) of the Control of Concentrations Regulations 2002, published in the Legal ...
10 Sep, 2018
Laser pointers found on the local market
The Technical Regulations Division (TRD) within the Malta Competition and Consumer Affairs Authority ...
23 Aug, 2018
Public Warning Statement against Mr Charles Agius
The Director General (Consumer Affairs) hereby issues this Public Statement in accordance with Article ...
21 Aug, 2018
Public Warning Statement against A.P.C.
The Director General (Consumer Affairs) hereby issues this Public Warning Statement in accordance with ...
20 Aug, 2018
Barrel-O-Slime: Dangerous for children
The MCCAA, is withdrawing from the market the slime (shown in the photo attached). This is because it ...
17 Aug, 2018
Press Release by the Office for Competition
The Office for Competition refers to reports in the media whereby it is being stated that there was ...
06 Aug, 2018
Public Warning Statement against Mr Peter Farrugia
The Director General (Consumer Affairs) hereby issues this Public Statement in accordance with Article ...
05 Aug, 2018
Testing of pesticides in food
Malta is testing more than double the average at EU-level
Different fruit and vegetables and products ...
27 Jul, 2018
Dangerous 'Superglue' for consumers
The Malta Competition and Consumer Affairs Authority (MCCAA), has withdrawn from the market the product ...
20 Jul, 2018
Ċertifikazzjoni ta’ eċċellenza
Ċertifikazzjoni ta’ eċċellenza għaċ-Ċentru tal-Lingwa Mitkellma
Iċ-Ċentru tal-Lingwa Mitkellma, Speech ...
26 Jun, 2018
Unsafe novelty lighters withdrawn
Unsafe novelty lighters withdrawn from the local market
Recently, the MCCAA found a number of novelty ...
14 Jun, 2018
New legislative package for European consumers
New legislative package for European consumers discussed in Malta
The European Commission Representation ...
14 Jun, 2018
Office for Competition - Decision
The Office for Competition approves the Joint Venture between V.J. Salomone Marketing Limited and Vivian ...
31 May, 2018
Public Warning Statement against 3 Repairs/ 3 Group
The Director General (Consumer Affairs) hereby issues this Public Statement in accordance with Article ...
29 May, 2018
Office for Competition - Decision
The Office for Competition accepts commitments from St Edward’s College and In Design (Malta) Limited ...
28 May, 2018
REACH 2018 Registration Deadline
Back in January 2018, the MCCAA organised an information session for those who manufacture or import ...
24 May, 2018
Online shopping awareness sessions launched
The Malta Communications Authority, the Malta Competition and Consumer Affairs Authority, and the European ...
23 May, 2018
Premju Servizz bi Tbissima 2018 Press Launch
“This competition gives consumers and business owners the opportunity to strengthen their relationship. ...
22 May, 2018
Notification of Concentration
In terms of Regulation 5(4) of the Control of Concentrations Regulations 2002, published in the Legal ...
15 May, 2018
Statement issued by the DG - Consumer Affairs
With reference to the Public Warning Statement issued yesterday, the 14th of May, the Director General ...
08 May, 2018
Information session on CE marking and Rapex
MEUSAC and the MCCAA will be organising an information session on the ‘CE Marking and RAPEX’.
The affixing ...
26 Apr, 2018
4th project on toys undertaken by PROSAFE
A number of 17 countries took part in the project. In total, 255 plasticised toys (mainly plastic dolls, ...
25 Apr, 2018
Public Warning Statement against Pierre Camilleri
The Director General (Consumer Affairs) hereby issues this Public Statement in accordance with Article ...
17 Apr, 2018
The MCCAA signs new collective agreement
The MCCAA, the General Workers’ Union (GWU), and the Union Ħaddiema Magħqudin - Voice of the Workers ...
12 Apr, 2018
The MCCAA launches its new Corporate Identity
On Thursday 12th April 2018, the MCCAA launched its new corporate identity. The presentation of the new ...
26 Mar, 2018
Price reductions for 23 medicines
“For the second time in nine months we are announcing price reductions for a number of medicines and ...
15 Mar, 2018
World Consumer Rights Day half-day conference
This year’s World Consumer Rights Day conference organised by the MCCAA focused on how consumers can ...
14 Mar, 2018
Unsafe swimming floats withdrawn from the local market
The Market Surveillance Directorate, within the Technical Regulations Division of the MCCAA, has withdrawn ...
31 Jan, 2018
Information session on REACH
The Technical Regulations Division within the MCCAA organised an information session for those who manufacture ...