Gonzi: We will continue to govern for as long as we enjoy the confidence of the House

Prime Minister Lawrence Gonzi said today that the PN will remain in government for as long as it enjoys the confidence of the House. He also told supporters at a Mass Meeting on the granaries that the PN would go for the general election proud of what it had achieved in difficult times and with fresh ideas and enthusiasm for a better future. Speaking at the conclusion of the PN celebrations of the 48th anniversary of independence, Dr Gonzi also outlined the PN's vision for various sectors.  The meeting was opened by PN General Secretary Paul Borg Olivier, who spoke on how the Maltese economy had continued to move forward and the number of gainfully occupied continued to rise. He also hit out at the Labour Party, saying its front bench included many people who had shamed Malta when they were in government. H The following is the address by Prime Minister Lawrence Gonzi as it unfolded: 9.15 p.m. Prime Minister Lawrence Gonzi is introduced by Paul Borg Olivier as the person who gave economic independence to Malta. The National Anthem is sung by Chiara and Ludwig. Crowd chants Ole' Ole' Ole' Nazzjonalisti. Dr Gonzi starts with Huti Maltin u Ghawdxin, the same way as Eddie Fenech...