Eighteen years after the citizen’s right to request magisterial inquiries was codified into Maltese law, discussions on reforming the system have resurfaced. These debates stem from concerns of potential misuse, prompting Prime Minister Robert Abela to advocate for a comprehensive overhaul. His call to action reflects a broader effort to address allegations of exploitation for personal or political agendas. Legal experts and former officials, however, contend that the current safeguards are robust enough to ensure justice while preventing abuse....

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