Tracking politics for Malta — coverage from the newsroom in Valletta.
Politics · HealthMalta PN leader Alex Borg outlines opposition strategy centered on accountability and public interest. Healthcare reform, parliamentary oversight, transparency demands, and quality-of-life focus define new approach.
Politics · National NewsPolice inspector faces disciplinary review after posting unblurred photos of Black men during Marsa arrests. Privacy rights breach sparks debate on police ethics.
Immigration · Politics42 migrants intercepted by Libyan vessels in Malta's rescue zone and returned to Libya. Learn how Malta allegedly enables forced returns despite international maritime law obligations.
Politics · National NewsSix Maltese councils fill vacant seats using voter preferences from 2024. No public vote. Nomination deadline June 26. Learn how casual elections work.
Digital Lifestyle · PoliticsOver 3,300 post-secondary students in Malta receive €300 internet vouchers for 2025/2026. Learn eligibility rules, application deadlines, and coverage gaps.
Politics · National NewsMalta's Constitutional Court upholds police statements in Daphne Caruana Galizia murder case. Fenech's cocaine defense rejected. Trial set to proceed without evidentiary delays.
Economy · PoliticsMalta's Constitutional Court dismisses consumer lawsuit against Electrogas deal. Why the challenge failed and what it means for your electricity bills through 2035.
Politics · National NewsMalta's Labour Party wins 4th straight election with 51.8% vs PN's 44.7%. Why the 5% loyalty gap means opposition faces years in the wilderness.
Politics · National NewsConvicted killer's laptop breach and alleged legal surveillance shake Malta's justice system. Court lawyers strike June 22. What this means for your rights.