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 internal communications attributed to Transport Minister Chris Bonett and Chief Executive Officer Kurt Farrugia, outlines the opening of approximately 50 new roles across several directorates....
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December 24, 2025
NAO flags governance and payroll failures at RSSL Malta
The National Audit Office has identified serious governance, payroll control and record keeping weaknesses at Resource Support and Services Limited, a government owned company that falls under the responsibility of...
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Direct orders for Project Green offices raise scrutiny concerns
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Malta Arts Council CEO role questioned legally
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Joseph Cuschieri’s MFSA Misconduct Confirmed in Tribunal Ruling
Joseph Cuschieri, former Chief Executive Officer of the Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) and current head of Project Green, has once again come under the spotlight for controversial administrative decisions...
NEWS Malta
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Former trainee appointed to top Malta health boards
The recent appointment of Dr Kumar Santhosh Rajasekeran—a former surgical trainee of Health Minister Jo Etienne Abela—to Malta’s Foundation for Medical Services (FMS) Board of Governors has raised serious questions...
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March 19, 2025
Parliament blocks Carmen Ciantar’s MCCAA nomination
The nomination of Labour activist Carmen Ciantar as the executive chairperson of the Malta Competition and Consumer Affairs Authority (MCCAA) has been put on hold following strong objections from Nationalist...
NEWS Malta
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Nepotism Allegations Surround Festivals Malta CEO
Recent allegations of nepotism have stirred significant controversy within Festivals Malta, the government agency tasked with organizing national celebrations and festivals. Culture Minister Owen Bonnici and Festivals Malta Chairman Aaron...
NEWS Malta
January 25, 2025
PA to spend €1M on office space and refurbishment
The Planning Authority (PA) in Malta has initiated a significant investment, amounting to nearly €1 million, aimed at modernizing its infrastructure. This includes the refurbishment of its historic headquarters in...