Law on cohabitation being drafted

A law on cohabitation is being drafted and the government has started a consultation process with experts in family law and equality. A public consultation process will begin once the law has been formulated. This was announced in the 2015 Budget.

Assistance to transgenders to change their sex

Once the Gender Identity Law is passed, the government will evaluate the possibility of assisting transgender people who are not comfortable with their sexuality.

Equal income tax for couples in civil unions

The government will amend the Income Tax Act so that couples registered under the new Civil Unions law will be treated identically to married couples.

Easier access to government documents

The government will amend the Freedom of Information Law to facilitate public access to government documents. It will also improve the online presence of these laws.

New integration policy

The government is working on an integration policy to improve relations between Maltese people and immigrants. A Directorate for Integration will also be set up to develop strategies and programmes with regard to integration, anti-discrimination and civil liberties.

New Commission for Human Rights and Equality

A new commission for human rights and equality will replace the existing commission for the promotion of equality next year.

NGO Hub to be set up

The government will launch an NGO Hub project. This is intended to decrease bureaucracy, improve transparency, and unite voluntary organisations.