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maltatoday | SUNDAY • 23 JULY 2023 9 COMMERCIAL Stay connected worldwide without breaking the bank BASED on a recent report* by Malta Communications Au- thority (MCA), Epic's estima- tions show that the operator's customers make calls and use data significantly more when abroad than customers of the other two providers. This clear- ly shows the trust and satisfac- tion in Epic's roaming services. Having doubled the countries included in favourable roaming now, Epic's ethos in providing unparalleled value continues to become very tangible. Im- agine streaming a single video of 100MB while on holiday in Tunisia. Roaming charges on the market could leave you with a bill upwards of €600. But with Epic, you'll be amazed to discov- er that the same usage will cost you a mere €6.99. Epic's Chief Marketing Officer, Karl Galea, commenting on this expanded roaming service, said. "As the biggest mobile operator on the island, and supported by our international background, Epic is able to offer an unparal- leled roaming experience that underlines our commitment to provide our customers a truly great network coverage and un- beatable value." Accessing these services, is a breeze too, providing a seamless user experience to Epic custom- ers. When you're in one of the eligible countries, both Travel- ler and Data Traveller services will be automatically activated, ensuring you enjoy the value rates seamlessly. No hassle, no complicated processes—just pure convenience. Say goodbye to the sky-high fees you used to dread when streaming a vid- eo, or making a call abroad, and enjoy seamless connectivity and peace of mind without breaking the bank. Find out more about Epic's ex- panded roaming service and the extensive list of eligible coun- tries, here or call the dedicated customer support team, availa- ble 24/7. Setting up the Malta further education forum EVERY year, approximately 4000 students finish compul- sory schooling and have the op- tion to continue their education. Further education has developed and expanded substantially over the years. However, the full-time post-compulsory education sec- tor has for many years remained 'no man's land' as a sector of education sandwiched between compulsory education and high- er education structures. Despite the differences between different educational settings, the educational needs of young stu- dents can vary depending on their individual interests, abilities, and talents. However, they need to be prepared for higher education, to explore career options, and to develop critical thinking skills. Young students also need sup- port to flex their independence muscles, take on new responsibil- ities, and develop their social and emotional stamina. On the 25th May 2023, the Malta Further Education Forum (MFEF) was launched during a first meeting. The first meeting was co-hosted by the Malta Col- lege of Arts, Science and Tech- nology and the Junior College. During the meeting, the partici- pants discussed the rationale, the modus operandi, and the objec- tives of the platform. The aim of the Forum is to iden- tify and address common prob- lems and develop coordinated solutions that are more effective than isolated efforts. It will also strive to share best practices and help other departments or pro- grammes adopt similar practices and improve their outcomes. It will coordinate efforts to address the issues effectively and toward a common goal and improve communication and help reduce duplication of effort and improve efficiency. The Forum will devel- op a shared vision and approach where all FEIs are working to- gether toward a common goal: to increase the chances of success for our student body, to reduce drop outs and to ensure that stu- dents receive a holistic education of high quality. The Forum is made up of all Further Education Institutions offering full-time education pro- grammes to students leaving compulsory education. These are the Malta College of Arts, Sci- ence and Technology, the Uni- versity of Malta Junior College, the Institute of Tourism Studies, the Guze Ellul Mercer 16+, the Sir MA Refalo Sixth Form, Gio- vanni Curmi Higher Secondary School, De La Salle College Sixth Form, St Aloysius College Sixth Form, St Martin's College Sixth Form, St Edward's College Sixth Form, and Verdala International School.