Malta’s elderly care sector is under scrutiny following revelations of significant transparency and accountability issues in how government contracts are awarded. In 2024, over €81 million was allocated to private care homes, with the majority of these funds, amounting to €53.6 million, going to a single contractor—Paul Attard of the GAP Group. The lack of competitive bidding and reliance on direct orders have raised questions about the fairness and efficiency of the current procurement system....

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