Labour Party stands by Muscat’s comments

In a statement, the Labour Party hit out at government, saying the Prime Minister’s policy on illegal immigration has failed and that the Prime Minister should admit this.

“As other countries are placing national interest at the top of their agendas, Lawrence Gonzi’s government is constantly weak on the issue,” the PL said. “Whilst government should respect human life, it must also be strong and let no one do whatever they like with our country.”

During a interview on One Radio, Opposition Leader Joseph Muscat said Italy’s blockade was “the right decision”, whilst in a separate interview, Gonzi hit out at the blockade.