Tracking politics for Malta — coverage from the newsroom in Valletta.
Environment · PoliticsTa' Lourdes factory blast kills 4 cows, injures farmers. Malta's MEPs defend fireworks as cultural heritage despite safety concerns. What residents need to know.
National News · PoliticsThird fireworks factory explosion in five years rocks Naxxar. What Malta residents need to know about safety gaps and regulatory failures in pyrotechnics.
Politics · National NewsMalta's Centre of Expertise offers councils digital tools, training, EU funding access. Get climate, AI governance, and citizen engagement resources.
National News · PoliticsMalta's volunteer search and rescue unit crowdfunds €43,750 for response vehicle. Campaign raised just €30 in 13 weeks. Deadline July 16, 2026. Lives depend on it.
Politics · National NewsMalta's gender quota mechanism excludes female third-party candidates. ADPD leader Sandra Gauci exits politics after election defeat despite strong vote count.
Politics · Immigration · CultureMalta's Muslim community reaches 30,000 residents. Understand interfaith initiatives, mosque development disputes, and what religious diversity means for life in Malta today.
Politics · National NewsLabour won Malta's 2026 election but lost 8 seats, halving their majority. What this means for overdevelopment, cost of living, and governance for residents.
Economy · PoliticsEU requires Malta to screen foreign investments in 10 critical sectors by 2027-28. Deals face 4-6 month reviews. Essential guide for Malta investors and businesses.
Politics · National NewsMalta's general election drew 87.4% turnout, reversing 2022's record low. Cost-of-living concerns and digital campaigns drove voter engagement across all districts.