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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NEWS Malta
April 17, 2026
Transport Malta promotions draw scrutiny ahead of election
A recent internal promotions exercise at Transport Malta has prompted renewed debate over governance standards within public institutions, particularly as the country approaches a general election. The initiative, introduced through...
NEWS Malta
April 8, 2026
Transport Malta consultancy appointment draws renewed scrutiny
A recent consultancy appointment within Transport Malta has prompted renewed public interest due to the professional history of the individual involved. The engagement concerns Jesmond Muscat, a former government official...
NEWS Malta
February 16, 2026
Malta Prime Minister Office Recruitment Drive Before Elections
Malta’s Office of the Prime Minister has initiated a fresh recruitment drive for a series of low-grade civil service posts, prompting a substantial surge in applications from across the country....
NEWS Malta
February 4, 2026
Gozo ministry procurement practices draw renewed scrutiny
The Ministry for Gozo has once again come under public and institutional scrutiny following the award of a direct order to the Federation of Hunters and Trappers to provide bird...
NEWS Malta
January 28, 2026
Former Planning Authority official awarded public consultancy role
A controversy has emerged in Malta’s public planning sector after a former senior official of the Planning Authority returned to the payroll of the same government agency through a direct...
NEWS Malta
December 20, 2025
Arts Council Malta and MICAS under national audit scrutiny
The National Audit Office has issued a detailed and critical assessment of governance practices and financial oversight at the Arts Council of Malta and the Malta International Contemporary Art Space....
NEWS Malta
December 12, 2025
Planning Authority tender for giveaway items raises questions
A recent procurement call issued by the Planning Authority has attracted significant public attention because of its unusually large allocation for branded giveaway items and its extensive variety of merchandise...
NEWS Malta
December 11, 2025
Arts Council Malta leadership change and contract concerns
A recent leadership change within Arts Council Malta has prompted significant discussion about public administration, governance standards and the financial responsibilities associated with senior public contracts. The circumstances surrounding the...
NEWS Malta
December 10, 2025
Bormla social housing delays leave families still waiting
The stalled completion of 68 social housing apartments in Bormla has become a prolonged and distressing issue for several families who were informed shortly before the 2022 general election that...
NEWS Malta
December 8, 2025
Malta engineering board roles raise governance questions
Concerns regarding regulatory impartiality often emerge when individuals who hold oversight responsibilities simultaneously occupy influential roles in government entities, cultural institutions, or commercial structures. Situations where board members carry multiple...
NEWS Malta
November 20, 2025
Air Malta spending questioned after operations end
Air Malta PLC, once the flagship state-owned carrier of the Republic of Malta, officially ceased operating its commercial flights in 2024. Yet the company continues to incur substantial costs long...
NEWS Malta
November 18, 2025
Questions arise over Anthony Gatt’s government roles
The professional trajectory of Anthony David Gatt, known to many in Malta for his long-standing presence on Labour’s One TV, has increasingly drawn public interest. Recent documentation indicates that Gatt...
NEWS Malta
October 9, 2025
John Borg returns to Ministry for Gozo after retirement
John Borg, the former Permanent Secretary of the Ministry for Gozo, has been reappointed to the public payroll as a politically appointed "person of trust" shortly after reaching the statutory...
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...