The integrity of electoral systems is a cornerstone of democratic governance. In Malta, recent developments have drawn attention to the accuracy of the electoral register, particularly following the inclusion of former Labour Party secretary general Jimmy Magro, who is currently serving a prison sentence after a confirmed corruption conviction. His continued presence on the register has prompted scrutiny of administrative procedures and the broader safeguards designed to uphold electoral law....
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May 2, 2026
Roderick Galdes exits Malta election race amid Labour Party turmoil
Former Maltese Housing Minister Roderick Galdes has formally withdrawn from contention for Malta’s upcoming general election after a turbulent internal political battle that exposed growing tensions within the governing Labour...
NEWS Malta
March 11, 2026
Philip Fenech Labour candidacy and role in Malta Chamber of SMEs
Discussions within the Malta Chamber of SMEs have intensified following reports that long serving deputy president Philip Fenech has been approached to contest the next general election on behalf of...
NEWS Malta
January 10, 2026
Alexander Balzan returns to government roles after 2024 exit
Alexander Balzan, a former chief policy adviser to Prime Minister Robert Abela, has returned to publicly funded government work through several new appointments following his resignation from Castille in 2024....
NEWS Malta
October 23, 2025
Abela weighs early polls ahead of Fenech trial in Malta
Preliminary scheduling in Malta’s criminal courts has set 6 April 2026 as the tentative start date for the highly anticipated trial of Yorgen Fenech, the man accused of commissioning the...
NEWS Malta
September 27, 2025
Karen Schembri shifts role in Infrastructure Malta
The recent resignation of Karen Schembri, a Labour Party activist and until recently a politically appointed member of the Infrastructure Malta board of directors, has stirred renewed debate on political...
NEWS Malta
September 23, 2025
Jon Jon Dalli appointed to LESA petitions board role
John Mary Dalli, more widely known by his nickname Jon Jon, has recently been appointed to a sensitive part-time role within Malta’s enforcement system. The decision was taken by Home...
NEWS Malta
September 22, 2025
Momentum urges Labour to clarify Zammit Tabona donations
The Maltese political scene has once again been shaken by controversy surrounding the transfer of prime public land to private developers, an issue that continues to draw scrutiny from opposition...
NEWS Malta
September 6, 2025
Clayton Bartolo seeks Labour return amid allegations
Former Tourism Minister Clayton Bartolo, who was removed from the cabinet and the Labour parliamentary group in November at the initiative of Prime Minister Robert Abela, continues to signal his...
NEWS Malta
August 26, 2025
Helen Caruana appointed Wasteserv Chair by Robert Abela
Prime Minister Robert Abela has recently appointed Helen Caruana, sister of former minister Edward Zammit Lewis, as the new Chair of Wasteserv, Malta’s state-owned waste management company. The appointment has...
NEWS Malta
August 19, 2025
Robert Abela reappoints Labour fundraiser to contracts committee
The composition and independence of Malta’s most sensitive government committees have long been matters of public scrutiny. One such committee is the Government’s General Contracts Committee, a body tasked with...
NEWS Malta
August 13, 2025
Omar Farrugia denies misuse of public funds in Zurrieq works
Omar Farrugia, the youngest Labour MP and current Parliamentary Secretary for Public Works, has firmly denied allegations that he used state resources to enhance his personal profile within his constituency....
NEWS Malta
August 5, 2025
Roderick Galdes under scrutiny for district funding
Housing Minister Roderick Galdes is facing increasing public and political scrutiny after refusing to address allegations concerning the allocation of public funds to organisations exclusively based in his electoral district....
NEWS Malta
August 4, 2025
Malta Planning Law Reforms Shelved Amid Backlash
Proposed legislative changes to Malta's planning framework, tabled in Parliament just before the summer recess, have reportedly been shelved following a wave of opposition from civil society, professional bodies, and...
NEWS Malta
August 4, 2025
Malta Government Spends €428K on Budget Promotion Campaign
In October 2024, the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) in Malta undertook a significant public relations campaign to promote the government’s annual Budget, directing an unprecedented €428,000 of taxpayer...
NEWS Malta
July 25, 2025
Malta’s Acting Presidency stirs Labour Party tensions
In a significant, albeit symbolic, political move, Maltese Prime Minister Robert Abela appointed Helena Dalli as Acting President of Malta, bypassing long-standing conventions and drawing renewed scrutiny over internal Labour...
NEWS Malta
July 8, 2025
Capo Crudo operates illegally without paying fine
The former Marsamxett Regatta Club premises in lower Valletta—once a modest structure on the waterfront—has become a focal point of legal and political controversy. Since 2017, the site has operated...
NEWS Malta
July 2, 2025
€50K public grant goes to underperforming school app
A private mobile application developed by a media company with longstanding ties to Malta’s Labour Party has received €50,000 in direct public funding from the Ministry for Education. The app,...
NEWS Malta
June 18, 2025
Abela changes stance on Manoel Island deal
On 4 June, Prime Minister Robert Abela announced that Labour MP Edward Zammit Lewis and Labour Party President Alex Sciberras had been appointed to review the Manoel Island concession agreement...
NEWS Malta
June 14, 2025
Political tensions rise over Għargħur mayoral dispute
The Eastern Regional Council has formally urged the Maltese government to organise a fresh local council election in Għargħur, following a controversial change in mayoral leadership that has drawn criticism...
NEWS Malta
June 3, 2025
Rosianne Cutajar backs illegal trapping law softening
Labour MP Rosianne Cutajar has once again entered the national spotlight by expressing support for individuals penalised for illegal bird trapping. On this occasion, her comments were specifically addressed to...
NEWS Malta
May 28, 2025
Malta cabinet reshuffle expected as Camilleri seeks new role
Prime Minister Robert Abela is reportedly contemplating a significant reshuffle of his cabinet following Home Affairs Minister Byron Camilleri's renewed request to be relieved of his current ministerial duties. The...
NEWS Malta
May 26, 2025
Nigel Vella celebrates MCC role and political bid
Nigel Vella, a long-time figure within Malta’s Labour Party and current president of the San Gejtanu Band Club in Ħamrun, recently held a public event to celebrate his appointment as...
NEWS Malta
May 23, 2025
Public funds use at Malta Expo 2025 sparks concern
The 2025 edition of Malta’s Public Service Expo, inaugurated earlier this week by Prime Minister Robert Abela at the Malta Fairs & Conventions Centre (MFCC) in Ta’ Qali, has become...
NEWS Malta
May 20, 2025
Questions rise over Transport Malta staff growth
Transport Malta, the national agency tasked with overseeing all modes of transportation in the Maltese Islands, has experienced a significant increase in its workforce since the Labour Party came into...
NEWS Malta
May 16, 2025
Nigel Vella Lands €90K MCC CEO Role Amid Political Fallout
Nigel Vella, the President of the San Gejtanu Band Club in Ħamrun and a long-time Labour Party activist, has secured a lucrative government-sponsored role as Chief Executive Officer of the...
NEWS Malta
May 15, 2025
Mariah Meli appointed new mayor of Għargħur
Mariah Meli has been appointed as the new mayor of Għargħur following a motion of no confidence against her predecessor, Helen Gauci. The recent shift in leadership within the local...