As controversy about Saturday’s traditional carnival in Nadur rages on, a lively atmosphere was created in this Gozitan town today as the festivities kicked off.

The Nadur Carnival is renowned for its spontaneity but controversy arose last year when some revellers ended up in court after they dressed up as nuns and Jesus Christ.

Rock bands set to perform in this year's carnival have been asked to submit their planned 'repertoire' to the local council and police in an attempt to eradicate offensive or vulgar lyrics.

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