Tracking national news for Malta — coverage from the newsroom in Valletta.
Politics · National NewsMalta faces GRECO deadline June 2026 with only 8 of 23 anti-corruption reforms completed. Court delays persist, democratic standards slide. What it means for residents.
Health · National NewsMalta's Ta' Qali animal hospital closed 32 months ago. No guaranteed 24/7 emergency vet care. Documented pet deaths as government misses reopening deadlines.
Transportation · National NewsGozo Fast Ferry cuts booking time to 30 minutes and adds rescheduling. Learn how new rules help commuters avoid queues and save time on your daily crossing.
Politics · National NewsADPD and Momentum forge electoral pact to challenge Malta's two-party system. Strategic preference transfers could reshape 2026 elections—here's what voters need to know.
Politics · National NewsNationalist Party approves 34 candidates for May 2026 Malta election, doubling Labour's slate. New faces in healthcare, law, and iGaming sectors.
Environment · National NewsCentral Bank reveals aviation accounting masks Malta's true climate crisis: rising transport emissions threaten 2030 EU targets. What residents need to know.
National News · PoliticsJosef Seychell sentenced to 3 years for Kirkop shop theft. Magistrate orders drug treatment alongside prison time as Malta courts tackle addiction-driven crime.
Environment · National NewsĦondoq kiosk faces enforcement notice for unpermitted expansions. Daily fines of €10-€180 risk €50,000 penalty. 30-day appeal window open for operators.
Economy · National NewsMiddle East tensions are pushing up Malta's energy costs, grocery prices, and fuel bills. Learn what €100M in subsidies means for your household budget.