Well-oiled campaigns and unexpected twists
The two main parties would do well to have flexibility in their respective well-scripted campaigns to respond to the unexpected events that crop up and which may throw a spanner...
The Ġgantija Heights case: Upholding outstanding universal value through due process
Joe Vella Gauci
The Ġgantija Heights case stands as evidence that Malta’s cultural heritage governance mechanisms are capable of achieving that balance, ensuring that development, where...
It’s all about spending sprees so far

When politicians from either side start promising everything, we know they will not deliver everything

When politicians from either side start promising...

The Italia–Malta Interreg Programme matters more than we think

At a time when Europe seeks programmes that are practical and effective,...

At a time when Europe seeks programmes that are practical...

Substantial changes to the structure of a rented property will result in eviction
Malcolm Mifsud

The courts would allow minor works to a rented property but substantial changes will result in termination and eviction

The courts would allow minor works to a rented property but...

Stop maligning U-turns
Mark Said

We should allow politicians, and ourselves, much more leeway to change their, and our, minds if provided with counter evidence

We should allow politicians, and ourselves, much more...

The philosophy of active ageing: Wisdom, vitality, and human Flourishing
Malcom Paul Agius Galea

Let us therefore affirm that every season of life holds beauty, purpose, and profound worth. This is the guiding philosophy of our work, and the legacy we owe...

Let us therefore affirm that every season of life holds...

A credible Malta in Motion blueprint
Andre Borg

The challenge ahead is to ensure that this vision translates into tangible, reliable transport alternatives that Maltese commuters can genuinely choose to trust

The challenge ahead is to ensure that this vision...

In praise of our volunteers
Julia Farrugia

Going overseas to gain such experiences gives our youth the tonic they need in life and a unique feeling as they bond with other young men and women from...

Going overseas to gain such experiences gives our youth the...

Lesbian invisibility
Dawn Sammut

It allows us to understand how women loving other women functions as a form of resistance, and testifies to the possibility of another world. A world without...

It allows us to understand how women loving other women...

An early election and maximising Labour’s chances

Whatever the reasons for an early election are, the Labour Party has the cards...

Whatever the reasons for an early election are, the Labour...

No way to run an election campaign
Josanne Cassar

They need our vote and they are accountable to us, so it’s time we start demanding more from them

They need our vote and they are accountable to us, so...

Complacency: The PL’s biggest challenge
Hermann Schiavone

Complacency may decide this election. It is the PL’s biggest challenge,...

Complacency may decide this election. It is the PL’s...

The silent authorities are failing Malta and Gozo
Patrick Calleja

There is no accountability. No transparency. No visible wrestling with...

There is no accountability. No transparency. No visible...

They will win an election, but will they solve our problems
Saviour Balzan

We are definitely better off financially, but are we happier, are we living a...

We are definitely better off financially, but are we...

Malta’s public finances. Discipline, resilience, and the imperative of vigilance
JP Fabri

Malta’s public finances reflect a system that is working. But policy choices must be continuously reassessed in a changing world

Malta’s public finances reflect a system that is...

Killing a bird is more than a wildlife crime
Mark Sultana

Where two laws have been broken, two laws must be enforced. Anything less risks...

Where two laws have been broken, two laws must be enforced....

Bonett’s transport plan: Underwhelming but practical

The angels from the sky tried to piss on Chris Bonett’s party last week....

The angels from the sky tried to piss on Chris...

Wages have to be paid irrespective of employment registration with authorities

The Appeals Court confirms the guilty verdict against two directors of Schembri Infrastructure Ltd for failing to pay their employee, Boiken Cela,...

The Appeals Court confirms the guilty verdict against...

The Mediterranean death trap for turtle doves and the region’s soul
Mario Gerada

Protecting turtle doves is urgent, as is urgent protecting the human rights...

Protecting turtle doves is urgent, as is urgent protecting...