Archbishop Charles Scicluna has successfully undergone a surgical procedure and is now convalescing, his office said..

Following some days in hospital, he will begin a period of rehabilitation as part of his recovery.

Acting on medical advice, the Archbishop will be reducing his public engagements in the coming weeks to allow for proper rest and recuperation.

He expressed his heartfelt thanks to all those who have wished him well and remembered him in their prayers.

The Archdiocese is requesting that the Archbishop's privacy be respected during this period.