Steward’s €160k Security Bill Shocks Malta

Imagine this: you’re walking down Republic Street, Malta’s bustling heart, and you spot a steward, clipboard in hand, directing traffic. Now, picture him receiving a bill for €160,000 – that’s not for a fancy dinner or a holiday, but for security and clerical services. This isn’t a scene from a movie, but a reality that’s left the local community buzzing.

The story begins with a contract signed in 2016 between the now-former steward and a local security firm. The agreement was for security services at the steward’s office in Floriana. Fast forward to 2021, and the steward finds themselves on the receiving end of a €160,000 bill, plus interest, for services they claim they never agreed to.

The security firm, however, tells a different story. They insist that the steward extended their contract, adding clerical services and increasing the frequency of security checks. The firm argues that the steward knew about these changes and agreed to them.

The case has been making waves in the local courts. The steward maintains they were unaware of any changes to the contract and that the bill is exorbitant. They’ve refused to pay, leading to the security firm taking legal action.

Local legal experts have been weighing in on the case. Dr. Joseph Giglio, a prominent Maltese lawyer, told Hot Malta, “This case highlights and understanding contracts, especially when it comes to extensions and additional services.”

News of the €160,000 bill has sparked conversation among locals. Many are shocked at the figure, with some questioning how such a bill could be racked up in the first place. Others are curious about the services that could warrant such a cost.

John Borg, a local businessman, commented, “I can’t believe it. €160,000 for security and clerical services? That’s more than my annual turnover!”