A decade after Protocol No. 12 to the European Convention on Human Rights entered into force for Malta at the international level, concerns persist regarding its absence from domestic legislation. According to a recent statement issued by the Office of the Ombudsman Malta, this omission continues to affect individuals seeking redress in discrimination cases within the national legal system....
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January 2, 2026
Four years on, Paulina Dembska family still seeks justice
Four years after the killing of Paulina Dembska in Sliema, her relatives say they remain trapped in a prolonged state of grief compounded by the slow pace of criminal proceedings....
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Modern Trust Laws Need Urgent Legislative Reform
It's evident that the landscape of trust-related legislation has not kept pace with the complexities of modern society. Despite significant changes in assets, technology, and beneficiary needs, many legal frameworks...
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Malta’s failure to implement EU sanctions enforcement
Over the past few years, Malta has faced scrutiny regarding its inconsistent enforcement of European Union sanctions aimed at maintaining international security and integrity. Despite being a member state, Malta's...
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Silence Over Truth in Maltese Whistleblowing
Malta has established various reporting channels aimed at protecting whistleblowers, yet many individuals who dare to come forward find these systems inadequate. The existing frameworks often lack transparency, enforcement, and...
NEWS Malta
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David Casa condemns SLAPP lawsuits on journalists
David Casa, Member of the European Parliament (MEP) and Head of the Maltese European People's Party (EPP) Delegation, has reiterated his strong stance against Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation (SLAPPs),...
NEWS Malta
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Bill 125 Sparks Concerns Over Magisterial Inquiries
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NEWS Malta
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ECHR Orders Malta to Compensate Migrants
In a landmark ruling, the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) has mandated the government of Malta to provide compensation to six young Bangladeshi migrants who experienced significant breaches of...