Alfred Sant sets his sight on Brussels

Alfred Sant’s career has seen him lead the Labour Party for over 15 years, the country for a short-lived two-year stint and he is now aiming at a seat in the European Parliament.

Alfred Sant hopes to extend his rollercoaster political career by serving as one of Malta's six MEPs.

The thought of seeing the former prime minister address the European Parliament might make some voters who remember his dogged resistance to EU membership wince. Most Labour loyalists will be enthralled.

Sant denies he is a eurosceptic, preferring instead the eurorealist label. He dismisses the neo-liberal policies which have dominated the EU in recent years and explains his vision for Malta and the European Union.

Read more the full interview in today's edition of MaltaToday